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First Nations raise concerns

on Harper Creek project

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Rec Society ski cabin host to

theivesEmergency toboggan stolen

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New minister for Church of St Paul

Pastor Brian Krushel

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Full Moon H wl hits the high notes

IHA apologizes for error faxing medical recordsNorth Thompson Star/Journal

Lab test results from a number of patients were faxed in error to a business in Barriere in January instead of to a doctor’s of� ce.

An Interior Health (IHA) spokesman said last week that an error in punching in the fax number caused the documents to arrive where they didn’t belong. Fortunately, the business quickly returned the documents to IHA.

IHA say they take incidents such as this very

seriously, and apologized to those affected by the mistake. The spokesman noted that the infor-mation in the errant faxes included names, birth dates, CareCard numbers, etc.

In total, approximately 18 patients had their medical information faxed in error, but all were immediately noti� ed by IHA as to the breach in privacy.

IHA say they felt the risk was low due to the fact the business immediately noticed the errant faxes and returned them directly to IHA.

Lab test results from a number of patients

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The North Thompson Recreational Society held their annual Full Moon Howl cross country ski event on Saturday, Jan 26, at the Barriere Forks Trails. The afternoon was � lled with exciting races and three-legged ski relays; then followed with a hot chili supper and lots of homemade treats for dessert. After dinner everyone skied by the light of the moon and the � ickering candles that were set up along the ski trails. Then came the much anticipated annual visit by a daunting werewolf, who led everyone in howling at the moon. Prizes were awarded to the best female and male howler, and everyone had so much fun the Society is hoping to have another full moon ski next month. Find more photos on page 12.

CelebrateFamily Day in British Columbiaon February 11

The red emergency toboggan that was stolen from the Barriere Forks ski cabin.

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Nominations for the province’s highest rec-ognition of excellence and lifetime achieve-ment - the Order of British Columbia for 2013 - are now being accepted.

“The Order of Brit-ish Columbia is the province’s most presti-

gious accolade and is an of� cial part of the Canadian Honours system. It avails us the opportunity to pub-licly recognize the good works of those in our communities who have gone above and beyond in their efforts to make all our lives better,” said Judith Guichon, Lieutenant Governor and Chancellor of the

Order of British Co-lumbia. “Please take the time, as grateful citizens, to identify and nominate those special people worthy of being honoured in this signi� -cant way.”

Any person or group is welcome to nominate a deserving individual as candidate for ap-pointment to the Order of British Columbia.

Nomination forms are available from:

* the Honours and Awards Secretariat of-� ce at [email protected] (250 387-1616), or download a form from the website at: www.or-derofbc.gov.bc.ca/

* Any Service BC Centre

Nominations and letters of support for the Order of British Columbia must be re-ceived by the � rst Fri-day in March (March 1, 2013) at the secretariat’s of� ce (1st � oor, 548 Michigan St., Victoria, V8V 1S2) or via email at [email protected], to be considered this year. Nominations received after this will be included in the selec-tion process for the next year.

The Order of British Columbia was estab-lished in 1989. Since its inception, 331 British Columbians have been honoured.

News Canada

February 4 of this year marked the date Canada started saying good-bye to the na-tion’s lowest-value coin. While you can continue to use the Canadian penny inde� nitely, with-in time this coin will become more and more scarce. Here, from the federal government, are answers to the most fre-quently asked questions about the process:

Q: Why is the penny being phased out?

A: In� ation is a big factor; a penny doesn’t buy what it used to. The penny is now worth about one-twentieth of its original value back in 1908. In fact, each pen-ny now costs more than 1.6 cents to make. Other issues as well, such as the increased accumu-lation of pennies in the household, environ-mental considerations, and the signi� cant han-

dling costs the penny imposes on retailers, � -nancial institutions and the economy in general, are motivation for the penny’s phase out. Once it’s fully phased out of circulation, the federal government estimates ongoing savings to the taxpayer of $11 million a year.

Q: May I still use pennies when shopping?

A: Yes. You can use it for cash transactions with businesses that choose to accept them. Businesses have guide-lines in place to return pennies to their local � nancial institution.

Q: Will they be rounding all their pric-es?

A: No. Rounding only affects the change due to you with cash transactions if pennies are not available. If us-ing cash for the item or service, the total may be rounded either up or down to the nearest � ve-

cent increment. If using a credit card, debit card, or cheque for goods and services, the exact values remain and the exact value is charged. Business owners will be assisted with a federal government guideline to ensure rounding is done in a fair and trans-parent manner.

Q: Will � nancial institutions accept my pennies?

A: Yes. Some � nan-cial institutions may require large amounts of pennies to be rolled or wrapped for deposit. Canadians might also consider donating them to a favourite charity.

Q: How long do I have to turn in my pen-nies?

A: There is no time limit since you can al-ways use pennies where they are accepted.

Additional informa-tion is available online at actionplan.gc.ca/penny.

Penny phase-out only affects cash transactionsA guideline to simplify the penny phase-out

February 4 of this

Nominations now being accepted for 2013 Order of BC honour

Nominations for the

By Jeff Nagel, Black Press

A new poll has found 61 per cent of B.C. residents oppose Enbridge’s proposed Northern Gateway pipeline, while support is at 35 per cent.

And the Insights West online sur-vey found opponents of the project are more entrenched – 38 per cent are strongly opposed, compared to just 11 per cent who strongly support the new route for crude oil across northwest-ern B.C. to Kitimat.

“The negative side has continued to build momentum,” said Insights West president Steve Mossop, citing a hard-ening of opinions against Enbridge in a series of polls since last spring.

“Opinions are becoming much stronger,” he said, likening the En-bridge issue to the crystallization of public opinion against logging in Clayoquot Sound in the 1990s.

“It’s a bit of a snowball effect,” Mossop said. “And it becomes very dif� cult to change a very entrenched position like that.”

It’s a different story in Alberta, where the survey, which polled 512 B.C. residents and 562 Albertans, found 75 per cent support for the proj-ect.

Respondents in both provinces agreed by large margins that the pipe-line will create new jobs, support eco-

nomic growth and create new capital investment.

But environmental concerns – the risk of ocean spills as well as pipe-line construction impacts on land – trumped the economic bene� ts for most B.C. residents.

“Even the negative side recognize the bene� ts,” Mossop said. “They’re just not being persuaded that the down sides are worth the risks.”

Men in both provinces were more likely than women to support building the pipeline.

The margin of error is plus or mi-nus 4.1 per cent 19 times out of 20.

Pipeline poll shows most against

Northern Gateway

Pollster Steve Mossop

A new poll has found 61 per cent

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Simpcw First Na-tion and Adams Lake Indian Band have signed an agreement to work together on their joint concerns over potential impacts of the proposed Harper Creek Mine on First Nations resources and rights in their ances-tral lands. Yellowhead Mining Inc. (YMI) is proposing an open pit copper, gold and sil-ver mine in the upper Harper Creek water-shed, near Vavenby. Harper Creek is a tributary of the Barri-ere River, so the water from Harper Creek � ows into the North Thompson River and the Fraser River. The Yellowhead prop-erty covers a total of 42,636.48 hectares, and the fully developed pit will be 2400 m long and 1670 m wide with a depth of approxi-mately 375 m. In ad-dition to the open pit there will be a tailings pond and waste rock piles, as well as access roads and a power line right-of-way to the site. The expected lifespan of the mine is at least 28 years, during which time the concentrator is expected to process an average of 70,000 tonnes per day of ma-terial, and the average rate of mining in the pit will be 165,000 tonnes per day. The maximum storage capacity of the tailings pond will be in the range of 720,000 – 920,000 cubic metres. The site of the pro-posed mine is at high elevation in the upper reaches of the Harper Creek watershed.

Based on technical

reviews and � eldwork focusing on the plans for the Harper Creek project, Simpcw First Nation and Adams Lake Indian Band leaders are considering a partial list of con-cerns about the project, including the follow-ing:

• Traditional use and archaeology � eld-work results showing extensive long-term First Nations use of resources in the proj-ect area for sustenance and spiritual purposes;

• The existence of at least two known sacred sites and/or burial sites in the project area;

• The presence of at least one species at risk (i.e. mountain caribou) in the project area;

• Potential threats to � sheries in the Harper Creek and Barriere River watersheds due to withdrawal of water upstream that could af-fect unfavourably both the water temperatures and useable area in downstream � sh habi-tat;

• Potential threats to � sheries in the Harper Creek and Barriere River watersheds due to underground seep-age of tailings into the watershed;

• Destruction of First Nations tradi-tional food plants and medicinal plants in project area;

• Possible future fail-ure of the tailings pond due to extreme natu-ral hazards associated with global warming, e.g. high spring run-off, extreme rainy weather, debris avalanches;

• Destruction of tra-ditional First Nations trails for traversing the project area;

• Intrusion into the project area of new roadways and power lines that dramatically increase accessibility of the area to predators, hunters, recreational � shing, berry-picking, mushroom-picking and various non-ab-original recreational uses (e.g. off-road vehi-cles) that would disrupt First Nations tradi-tional uses in the area;

• Potential con-tamination of the air-shed downwind of the Harper Creek project by dust and airborne tailings particles;

• Potential seismic vulnerability of the tailings pond, given the historical record of earthquakes in the project area and the position of known fault lines;

• Lack of risk as-sessment of potential impact of blasting over 28 years on bedrock, potentially causing seepage of contami-nated mine water into aquifers;

• Lack of secure, quanti� able long-term economic bene� ts from either YMI or BC commensurate with the long-term damage and/or risks to First Na-tions aboriginal lands and resources;

• Loss of esthetic wilderness values due to the creation of a large open pit, waste rock piles and a tailings pond that will remain for many generations into the future after the mine has been decom-missioned.

Simpcw and Ad-ams Lake leaders have not yet taken a � rm position either for or against the project, but they are concerned that

so far neither YMI nor the provincial govern-ment have been able to clearly quantify the level of impacts and/or risks to traditional aboriginal resources values in the Harper Creek watershed, nor has it been shown that the potential econom-ic bene� ts to the two First Nations commu-nities would be com-mensurate to the level of potential long term damage and/or risks to their traditional lands and resources.

Chief Rita Mat-thew of Simpcw First Nation stated: “We are in favour of sustainable resource development for the economic bene� t of all communities in our territory, but not resource extraction at any price or any level of risk to future generations.” Chief Nelson Leon of the Adams Lake Indian Band stated: “The shareholders and ex-ecutives of YMI stand to make many mil-lions over the 28-year lifespan of this proj-ect, but none of them live here – our great grandchildren will be left with a giant hole in the ground, and possibly a much im-poverished and at-risk natural environment long after the mine is closed.” Both lead-ers expressed concern that the processes for approving the mine do not provide enough time or resources for First Nations com-munities to develop a plan for dealing with project impacts and obtaining appropriate economic compensa-tion.

First Nations raise concerns on Harper

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4H get down to business for 2013The new executive for the Yellowhead 4H Club held a meeting at the Knight’s Inn on Jan. 30. Seated from left to right are: Vice-president Christine Kempter, 4H member Grace Kempter, photographer Lauren Tremblay, president Sarah Kate Smith, sheep safety of� cer Sheldon Van Sickle, beef safety of� cer Spencer Pawloff, treasurer Hannah Feller, photography leader Dennis Farquharson, and secretary Kyle Zurbrugg. Missing from photo is photographer safety of� cer Kathleen Pilatzke.

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“Honest efforts” being made to protect mountain caribou

In response to the article,“Wells Gray Park caribou declin-ing”, published in our Jan. 25, 2013, issue.

To the editor;Every day, pro-

vincial government biologists, working side by side with First Nations, indus-try, environmental organizations, snow-mobile clubs and other stakeholders engage in a number of interconnected strategies to help recover endangered mountain caribou herds. This collab-orative effort makes

the errors and omis-sions in the Valhalla Wilderness Watch’s Jan. 25 guest edito-rial that much more disappointing.

Predator control efforts currently cen-tre on liberalized hunting and trapping seasons, pilot project for wolf sterilization and managing other prey, such as moose, to reduce wolves in critical areas.

Other concrete ac-tions to date are the very things being called for.

P r o v i n c e - w i d e , since the inception of

the Mountain Cari-bou Recovery Imple-mentation Plan in 2007, the government has prohibited road building and logging in roughly 2.2 million hectares of identi� ed mountain caribou habitat, restricted for-estry, cat-skiing and mineral exploration in key areas, and closed more than one million hectares of identi� ed mountain caribou habitat to recreational snowmobilers.

We have established over 280,000 hectares of protected Ungulate Winter Range in the

vicinity of Wells Gray Park. Most are closed to logging and road building, although some may have a par-tial cut management regime provided cari-bou needs are taken into consideration.

Instead of criti-cizing and misrepre-senting honest efforts to save endangered mountain caribou, I would suggest the Valhalla Wilderness Watch become part of the solution.Steve ThomsonMinister of Forests, Lands and Natural Re-source Operations

February offers perks

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The end of January certainly was a low time on the calendar for many people. The weather teased us by melting some snow, then dropping the temperature to the minuses once again. But now we are into February, with two new occasions lined up for the � rst time — Family Day (Monday, Feb. 11) and Restaurant Week (Feb. 11 to 17).

The restaurant industry is important to B.C.’s economy, with over 170,000 people employed in the sector, generating more than $10 billion in sales each year, the B.C. government has reported. While many of us can appreciate that fact, most just want to use the week as an excuse to eat.

Normally we wouldn’t make a big deal out of the proclamation of a week that is fairly inconsequential. But as self-ascribed foodies (who isn’t?), some of us are going to use this week to stuff as much restaurant food in our faces as possible — not in a gluttonous way, but in a way where we can appreciate that variety of food that is offered in B.C. This variety is something the B.C. government has touted as being recognized worldwide, and that’s one of the reasons they decided to dedicate the week to restaurants.

As part of the celebrations, the B.C. government has launched a new website: discoverbcrestaurants.com. The site lists the various restaurants by community. While it offers a large sampling of the various restaurants in larger municipalities throughout B.C., it shows no restaurants from McLure to Clearwater. What happened to all the great little restaurants we have here in the North Thompson Valley, or does the government think us ‘rural folks’ do all of our eating at home?

What about all those people who travel the Yellowhead and stop in our communities for a meal? Some travel the route frequently, stopping along the way at their favourite eating establishments for good food and good service.

We’d all love to see more restaurants, with more opportunities to enjoy ethnic foods, but seriously, we are fortunate to have the good ones that are already in business. So, for Family Day and Restaurant Week in B.C., we’d like to suggest you take yourself, and your family, out for a meal at a res-taurant within the North Thompson Valley. And don’t forget the Chinese New Year on the day preceding Restaurant Week, that’s another good ex-cuse to eat out in our Valley.

We’d also like to ask the government to list North Thompson Valley res-taurants on discoverbcrestaurants.com. We may be rural, but we do know how to serve up a good meal.

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Advance Public NoticeLoad Restrictions

Pursuant to Section 66 of the Transportation Act, and to provisions of the Commercial Transport Act, notice is hereby given that load restrictions may be placed on short notice in the near future on highways within the Thompson Nicola Highways District. The district includes the areas of Kamloops, Savona, Barriere, Clearwater, Merritt, and Merritt south to Portia, Lytton and Logan Lake.

Restrictions will be imposed as conditions warrant, with the most westerly and southerly areas normally restricted first.

The restrictions will limit vehicles to 100 per cent, 70 per cent or 50 per cent legal axle loading.

Overweight permits will not be granted and all term overweight permits are invalid for the duration of the restrictions.

Trucking and transportation companies, as well as the general public, should govern themselves accordingly.

Your cooperation in adhering to the above regulations is appreciated.

Dated in Kamloops, British Columbia, this 18th day of January, 2013.

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To the editor;In response to your counter

argument Ann Piper. First off, I will indeed keep this short and again legible.

When I submitted my let-ter about a few consistent dogs running around town, I did not mention dog crap, although that seemed to be the focus in the re-sponse. I talked about threaten-ing dogs. A dog that ripped my sons cat open two feet off my deck (I have a picture that is too grotesque to print), a dog that

threatened my son on our porch, OUR porch, another such dog that growled at me on my own deck. The neighbour shooed him away when I turned my back and he came back at me.

I have been a dog owner, and I am not a biased person; but I do have enough wits about me to know when my son’s cat is bleed-ing to death, and my son as well as myself, have been threatened in our own yard to know there is a problem here.

The dogs that are chronic of-

fenders do not walk themselves in Fadear Park, they are in our yards, travelling through, and off the beaten path.

However, perhaps you should show your letter to the child that got bitten downtown thus requir-ing stitches, the police could do nothing in that matter to enforce a bylaw that does not exist.

Perhaps, when read in clarity, I am merely pointing out a gap in Barriere’s bylaws.Jody HawsBarriere, B.C.

To the editor;In reference to Ann

Piper’s response (Janu-ary 31) to J. Haw’s letter of wandering dogs (Jan-uary 24). Ann Piper, you certainly are “miss-ing something”; you missed the entire con-cept of the letter sub-mitted by J. Haws in the January 24th edition. Haws did not condemn all dogs and their own-ers, she said, “I know that a lot of townsfolk are accredited dog own-ers, but there are some here whom lack ac-countability for their animals”. I also ques-tion whether or not you actually read the letter in its entirety, because your concern appears to be all about doggie-doo in one location, Fadear Park, whereas her letter made no ref-erence to dog feces.

Haw’s letter pointed out an obvious gap the Barriere District has in regards to their by-laws, which creates the problem of enforce-ment, even by the po-lice. If the district cares enough to create pet by-laws the police would then enforce it. This is not an unreasonable request for residents of any municipality.

Ann, you appear to have a negative opin-ion regarding cats. Consider replacing the word “cat” in Haw’s let-ter with “small dog”. Would you have the same opinion if a dog was cornered, attacked, ripped apart, or chased around in its own yard by one of these wan-dering culprits? Let’s even go one step further say you and your dog are the victims, how would you feel then. It is highly probable that these FEW irrespon-

sible owners of these FEW wandering dogs are also out there ready to take on other dogs. I have had the dire ex-perience to have lost two dogs to wandering large dogs. The guilty large dogs went out of their way to reach my property to attack and ultimately kill my com-panions. One died a horrifying death right in front my eyes, while his mother died on the operating table in the vets of� ce. Do you be-lieve the people in Bar-riere should have to wait until this happens to them before any ac-tion is taken?

The quantity of dog feces in Fadear Park is hardly a credible link to be an indicator to gauge the number of wander-ing dogs. Instead is

more logically linked to the dog owners who walk their dogs in the park and allow them to deposit their feces without any respect to others using the same area. Show me a large dog allowed to wander and I will show you its well used cross county path through open yards and properties. Furthermore, one pile of dog feces in a fam-ily park is one pile too much, which is nothing a by-law can’t help � x.

One those half doz-en wandering dogs you have seen during your incredibly short time (eight months) living in down town Barriere, is more likely than not, the guilty aggressive dog belonging to the irresponsible owners Haws referred to. The

odds of the one dog in the six wandering being the aggressive one is too high!

Now, before you get it into your head that I hate dogs, push that thought away, because I love dogs, I love my own dogs, but I don’t care much for dogs that wander onto other people’s property and behave aggressively, and, I like their own-ers even less. I heard a phrase once that I like to remind people of, “No bad dogs, just bad owners”.

Therefore, in my opinion, if you make the bad owners respon-sible for their dogs, they would manage them quite differently. Don’t you agree?S. CesselliBarriere, B.C.

No bad dogs, just bad owners

Wandering dogs chronic offenders in Barriere

No bad dogs, just bad ownersTo the editor;

We are happy to report that we have many heroes in our val-ley. This was evident on the evening of January 24, when Jack choked and nearly died at a Ka-mloops fast food restau-rant after taking a bas-ketball team to St. Ann’s school.

Thanks very much to An� nn Siwallace for

your help and concern, and to Hannah Feller for phoning 911.

We would like to ex-tend a huge thank-you to Clearwater coach, Geoff Giesbrecht and students Jairus Bromley and Brock Vandamme for saving Jack’s life!

Thanks also to the Clearwater bus driver that drove our basket-ball team home to Bar-

riere. We are lucky to live in a place where there are so many caring and concerned people.

To the students who were with me that night - thanks for your con-cern and compassion, and I promise to try not to scare you like that again.Linda and Jack KelleyBarriere, B.C.

Bus driver says thanks

Find more letters on page 19

To the editor;To the editor;

report that we have many heroes in our val-ley. This was evident on the evening of January 24, when Jack choked and nearly died at a Ka-mloops fast food restau-rant after taking a bas-ketball team to St. Ann’s school.

to An� nn Siwallace for

Bus driver says thanks

BSS students meet Queen’s representativeStudents at Barriere Secondary had the opportunity to meet the Honourable Judith Guichon, Lt. Governor of B.C. on Jan. 28 when she visited the school.

STAR/JOURNAL photo: Elli Kohnert

Thursday Feb. 14

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The Thompson-Nicola Regional District is currently seeking public input on its 2013-17 Fi-nancial Plan.

The Local Government Act states that “a re-gional district must have a � nancial plan that is adopted annually, by bylaw, by March 31. The planning period for a � nancial plan is � ve years, that period being the year in which the plan is speci� ed to come into force and the following four years.”

“The public is encouraged to go on our web-site and review the 2013-2017 Financial Plan and its highlights. If they have any feedback, they can then � ll out our Finance Plan Input Form,” said Doug Rae, Director of Finance.

The preparation of the Financial Plan begins in the fall of each year and a provisional Finan-cial Plan is presented to the Board of Directors at that time.

The Financial Plan incorporates requests from Directors and service committees, any

new services as well as staff estimates of fund-ing required to maintain current service levels. The � nal Financial Plan is then presented in March and adopted before the deadline of March 31.

The Finance Department conducts public budget consultation in conjunction with other service-related meetings throughout the year at various locations in the Regional District.

The TNRD encourages input from taxpay-ers across the Regional District on the Financial Plan.

The Finance Plan Input Form is available at tnrd.ca under the Submission Inquiries header on the homepage. You can also go to the Finance page under Departments and � nd a link to the online form, as well as a link to a PDF that can be faxed, mailed, or emailed to the TNRD. A link to the 2013-17 Financial Plan is also found on the Finance page.

Submissions can be � lled out anonymously or information can be provided if you wish to be contacted.

TNRD seeks input on 2013-17 � nancial plan

The Thompson-Nicola Regional District is

Ottawa – Cathy McLeod, Member of Parliament for Kam-loops – Thompson- Cariboo was pleased today with the pro-posed next steps in the Government’s plan for safe streets and communities.

“In seven short years, we have en-acted into law over 30 measures to tackle crime, put victims first, and make our streets and commu-nities safer,” said McLeod. “Our plan for 2013, will build on our record by making progress in three significant ar-eas.”

First, tackle crime by holding violent

criminals account-able for their crimes:

-The Government intends to bring for-ward legislation to further toughen pen-alties for child sexual offences, as well as to better address the risks posed by known child sex offenders.

-The Government will soon introduce legislation to better

protect the public from accused persons who have been found Not Criminally Re-sponsible on account of mental disor-der. Such legislation would ensure that public safety is the paramount consider-ation in these cases.

Second, enhance the rights of victims:

-The Government will bring forward legislation to imple-ment a Victims Bill of Rights. This will further enhance the Government’s com-mitment to victims of crime by entrench-ing their rights into a single law at the fed-eral level.

-The Government will also address the important issue of restitution by facili-tating victims’ abil-ity to obtain restitu-tion where they incur losses.

Lastly, increase the efficiency of our justice system:

-The Government will continue to look

at measures to make our justice system more efficient, in-cluding: making the bail regime more ef-fective and efficient; using new technolo-gies in the justice sys-tem; and making the extradition regime more effective and ef-ficient.

“We have made much progress in re-storing Canadians’ confidence in our justice system, but more work remains to be done,” stated McLeod. “Crime has devastated the lives of far too many people in this coun-try. In 2011 alone, there were more than 1,000 violent offenc-es committed each and every day in cit-ies and communities across Canada, over 400,000 in total.”

“Our plan to hold criminals account-able, put victims first, protect our children, and make Canada’s justice sys-tem more efficient, will go a long way to restore the public’s faith in our criminal justice system and di-rectly benefit all Ca-nadians,” concluded McLeod.

MP’s Report

Cathy McLeodMP’s Report

Government takes steps to make streets and communities safer

Government takes steps to make

Have you dropped a loonie

in the Food Bank Can?

Rotary hosts annual Ice Man Fish Derby Devin Holland (l) holds up a nice-looking kokanee while Jerry Carter holds the 44 cm sucker that won him the $300 � rst place prize in Clear-water Rotary Club’s annual Ice Man � shing derby on Jan. 27.

THE TIMES photo: Keith McNeill


Rec Society ski cabin host to thieves

(Above) The cross country ski cabin at the Barriere Forks Regional Park was used by metal thieves on Jan. 24. They also stole the reddish/orange emergency toboggan leaning up against the back of the cabin.(Left) $61,140 in cash was seized from a vehicle travel-ing on Highway 5 near Dar� eld, on Jan 29, after the driver was stopped for speeding. He is now charged with Possession of Property obtained by Crime.

Submitted photos:

RCMP report

On Jan. 24, suspects entered the cross coun-try ski cabin at the Bar-riere Forks Regional Park. The suspects were metal thieves, who at-tended and lit a large � re in the � re pit to burn off the covering on the wir-ing. The suspects made themselves at home, started a � re in the cabin to keep warm and made tea.

Upon leaving, the suspects took the red-dish/orange emergency toboggan from the side of the cabin. This to-boggan was donated and was on hand in the event of an on trail emergency where most vehicles can’t get to. This is a costly item for the North Thompson Recreation Society that

looks after the cabin, trails and lessons to the public.

The suspects left the scene in a pickup truck with the wiring inside and toboggan on top; likely staying overnight in the area. The next morning the suspects attended a salvage yard and turned in the wir-ing with the toboggan on top.

At this time the sus-pect and sled have yet to be located, most likely the sled may have been disposed of on the Friday. Unfortunately this crime was not re-ported until the follow-ing Monday, giving the suspects four days to dispose of their goods. This information has been sent to all RCMP in the Thompson/Nico-la area and the suspects

are known to police for the same type of offenc-es. If you noticed this truck with a male driver and possibly a female passenger please contact the Barriere RCMP at 250-672-9918 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222 TIPS.

On Jan. 29, Kelly Zimmerman of Clear-water, B.C., was released in Kamloops Court on a Recognizance of Bail before a judge. Zimmer-man is facing six counts from a November 2012 driving incident, where he is charged with im-paired driving, refus-ing to provide a breath sample, obstructing a peace of� cer, assault on a peace of� cer, uttering threats to cause death or bodily harm, and breach of recognizance. Zimmerman is sched-

uled to appear in court on Feb. 11, 2013, at the Kamloops law courts.

On Jan. 29, a mem-ber of the Southeast District Traf� c Section seized $61,140 cash from a speeder travel-ing on Highway 5 near Dar� eld. Just before 2 p.m., the of� cer stopped the southbound vehicle for speeding.

While dealing with the driver the of� cer noted several indicators that caused him to en-ter into an investigation

RCMP report

Barriere RCMP report they in-vestigated 30 Break and Enter � les during 2012 with eight being in De-cember. There were a number of seasonal residences hit in the East Barriere Lake area, with a number of them being hit twice within a week. After the investigation there were no solid leads or suspects. Bar-riere RCMP did receive calls from the public about suspicious vehicles in the area with most being located and checked. Again no solid evi-dence to support any charges but one vehicle with two males located were good suspects. They have not been located back in the area and are under investigation in Kamloops for similar offences.

There were also a couple of busi-ness break and enters in the Barriere area, with most of the items being construction equipment and tools.

Barriere RCMP ask the public to be more aware of the vehicles and people coming and going in their area. If you see a vehicle or person that is obviously out of place and acting in a suspicious manner call the police.

If you are able, record a descrip-tion of the people, vehicle(s) with license plate and accurate location. With this information it is very im-portant to contact the police right away for a better chance in catching them in the act or with the stolen property. There were many cases where this information was delayed and without witnesses or surveil-lance recordings it is dif� cult to identify suspects.

On Dec. 6, 2012, Barriere RCMP were advised of several Break and Enters to residences at The Sands, located at 4333 Barriere Lakes Road. Shortly afterwards, Barriere RCMP began an investigation into several counts of mischief to prop-erty, and break and enters to prop-

erties, which appear to have targeted higher end items of value. Police were able to obtain evidence at the scene, and continue to pursue those investigational avenues. This inves-tigation is actively being pursued, and anyone with information related to this investigation or the persons involved are asked to contact the Barriere RCMP at 250-672-9918 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS.

Just after midnight on Dec. 29, 2012, the Barriere RCMP were con-tacted by a local resident reporting a theft in progress. The resident be-lieved that they observed someone going through a vehicle parked near their residence on Barkley Road. Constable Cadwallader attended the scene, and observed that the foot-prints also entered a neighbouring property. The footprints appeared to have entered a vehicle, and walked around the residence. Constable Cadwallader followed the footprints in the fresh snow for 2.2 kilometres, going through yards, beside houses, and over fences. Cpl Underhill at-tended the scene where Cst Cadwal-lader had closed the distance on the individual to within 200 meters.

At the end of the footprints, the police located and arrested a 19 year old male, Layton Maclaren of Bar-riere. Thirteen charges have been approved by Crown Counsel. These charges include numerous counts of mischief, trespass by night, and breach of conditions which were placed upon him on another police � le before the courts. Maclaren was held in custody pending the outcome of a bail hearing on Jan. 3, 2013. During the bail hearing the judge determined that he was to be held in custody until the matters were dealt with by the courts. On January 24th, 2013 Mr McLaren was convicted on 5 counts and sen-tenced to 6 months jail with one month served and a 2 year proba-tion order upon release.

under the Controlled Drugs and Substance Act. The driver was de-tained and a police ser-vice dog was deployed. Further evidence ob-tained led to the arrest of the 35 year old driver from Surrey. A search

of the vehicle inciden-tal to arrest located the cash inside a suitcase in the trunk. The male will appear in Kamloops Court April 11, 2013, on charges of Possession of Property obtained by Crime.

under the Controlled Drugs and Substance Act. The driver was de-tained and a police ser-vice dog was deployed. Further evidence ob-tained led to the arrest of the 35 year old driver from Surrey. A search

RCMP report 8 break and enters during the month of December

Barriere RCMP report they in-

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Call Drake at 250-672-1999 or 1-877-674-3030 day or night.

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

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The Thompson-Nicola Regional District is currently seeking public input on its 2013-17 Fi-nancial Plan.

The Local Government Act states that “a re-gional district must have a � nancial plan that is adopted annually, by bylaw, by March 31. The planning period for a � nancial plan is � ve years, that period being the year in which the plan is speci� ed to come into force and the following four years.”

“The public is encouraged to go on our web-site and review the 2013-2017 Financial Plan and its highlights. If they have any feedback, they can then � ll out our Finance Plan Input Form,” said Doug Rae, Director of Finance.

The preparation of the Financial Plan begins in the fall of each year and a provisional Finan-cial Plan is presented to the Board of Directors at that time.

The Financial Plan incorporates requests from Directors and service committees, any

new services as well as staff estimates of fund-ing required to maintain current service levels. The � nal Financial Plan is then presented in March and adopted before the deadline of March 31.

The Finance Department conducts public budget consultation in conjunction with other service-related meetings throughout the year at various locations in the Regional District.

The TNRD encourages input from taxpay-ers across the Regional District on the Financial Plan.

The Finance Plan Input Form is available at tnrd.ca under the Submission Inquiries header on the homepage. You can also go to the Finance page under Departments and � nd a link to the online form, as well as a link to a PDF that can be faxed, mailed, or emailed to the TNRD. A link to the 2013-17 Financial Plan is also found on the Finance page.

Submissions can be � lled out anonymously or information can be provided if you wish to be contacted.

TNRD seeks input on 2013-17 � nancial plan

The Thompson-Nicola Regional District is

Ottawa – Cathy McLeod, Member of Parliament for Kam-loops – Thompson- Cariboo was pleased today with the pro-posed next steps in the Government’s plan for safe streets and communities.

“In seven short years, we have en-acted into law over 30 measures to tackle crime, put victims first, and make our streets and commu-nities safer,” said McLeod. “Our plan for 2013, will build on our record by making progress in three significant ar-eas.”

First, tackle crime by holding violent

criminals account-able for their crimes:

-The Government intends to bring for-ward legislation to further toughen pen-alties for child sexual offences, as well as to better address the risks posed by known child sex offenders.

-The Government will soon introduce legislation to better

protect the public from accused persons who have been found Not Criminally Re-sponsible on account of mental disor-der. Such legislation would ensure that public safety is the paramount consider-ation in these cases.

Second, enhance the rights of victims:

-The Government will bring forward legislation to imple-ment a Victims Bill of Rights. This will further enhance the Government’s com-mitment to victims of crime by entrench-ing their rights into a single law at the fed-eral level.

-The Government will also address the important issue of restitution by facili-tating victims’ abil-ity to obtain restitu-tion where they incur losses.

Lastly, increase the efficiency of our justice system:

-The Government will continue to look

at measures to make our justice system more efficient, in-cluding: making the bail regime more ef-fective and efficient; using new technolo-gies in the justice sys-tem; and making the extradition regime more effective and ef-ficient.

“We have made much progress in re-storing Canadians’ confidence in our justice system, but more work remains to be done,” stated McLeod. “Crime has devastated the lives of far too many people in this coun-try. In 2011 alone, there were more than 1,000 violent offenc-es committed each and every day in cit-ies and communities across Canada, over 400,000 in total.”

“Our plan to hold criminals account-able, put victims first, protect our children, and make Canada’s justice sys-tem more efficient, will go a long way to restore the public’s faith in our criminal justice system and di-rectly benefit all Ca-nadians,” concluded McLeod.

MP’s Report

Cathy McLeodMP’s Report

Government takes steps to make streets and communities safer

Government takes steps to make

Have you dropped a loonie

in the Food Bank Can?

Rotary hosts annual Ice Man Fish Derby Devin Holland (l) holds up a nice-looking kokanee while Jerry Carter holds the 44 cm sucker that won him the $300 � rst place prize in Clear-water Rotary Club’s annual Ice Man � shing derby on Jan. 27.

THE TIMES photo: Keith McNeill

READY,LEARNSET,

AT BARRIERE ELEMENTARY SCHOOLFRIDAY, FEBRuARY 22ND, 2013

9:00 AM TO 10:00 AMFamilies with Children born in 2009 and 2010

Parents and children are invited to come and learn and play together.GuEST PRESENTERS wILL SHARE INFORMATION ABOuT:

• Getting ready for kindergarten • Healthy growth & development • Child safety TO REGISTER CALL 672-9916

THE SESSION WILL BE LIMITED TO 25 CHILDREN SO BE SURE TO PRE-REGISTER.

Following the Ready Set Learn Session:AT BARRIERE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL GYM

Friday, FEBRuARY 22ND, 2013 10:00 am to 12:00 pmThe event will include:

• Booths set up with information and tools from various services for a healthy child development such as nutrition, growth, dental, hearing, vision, and more.

• Food, raffle prizes, games, and give awaysThis is an open event brought to by Success by Six for children ages

2 – 5 and their parents. This portion of the event does not require registration and drop in is welcome.

For more information please call Carla at 250-320-4147.

FESTIVAL OFWELLNESS



There were only about � ve members of the public who at-tended the public presentation of the Solar Aquatics Wastewa-ter Project Update on Jan. 22 at the Ridge..

Kim Rink, president of Eco-Tek Wastewater Treatments, presented a model of what the greenhouse/plant being con-structed in Barriere will look like, and also provided several computer-generated images for viewing.

The District’s engineer, Dave Underwood from TRUE, gave a summary of the overall status of the project in the communi-ty, and noted the construction of the Septage Receiving Facil-ity is well underway at the end of Kamloops Street.

The District is inviting area residents to learn more about the project, and view the model and images at the municipality’s in-formation booth in the upcom-ing Celebration of Rural Living Expo and Trade Show, April 27 and 28, hosted in the North

Thompson fall fair facility.People can also view the im-

ages and ask questions about

the project by stopping in at the District of Barriere cham-bers in the Ridge.

Poor attendance at District wastewater presentation

There were only about � ve

STAR/JOURNAL photo: Jill Hayward

Piping in history and traditionPipe Major John Mager, 68, piped the Honourable Judith Guichon. Lieu-tenant Governor of B.C. into the District of Barriere luncheon on Jan. 28, and also into the Barriere Secondary School the same day. Mager, has served as the ruling Lieutenant Governor’s piper for over 32 years, and lives in the coachman’s cottage at Government House. He has played for Queen Elizabeth, the King of Tonga, Prince Charles, Princess Diana, Pope John Paul II and Henry Kissinger. Mager also serves as the of� cial chauffeur and website photographer for the Lieutenant Governor.

Submitted photo:

Kim Rink, president of Eco-Tek Wastewater Treatments, presented a model of what the greenhouse/plant being constructed in Barriere will look like during the Solar Aquatics Wastewater Project Update presented to the public on Jan. 22, at the Ridge.

By Margaret HoubenNorth Thompson Star/Journal

Council members

spent a few minutes go-ing over the 2012 bud-get review at the Feb. 4, District of Barriere council meeting. The accountants will be go-

ing over the paperwork in the next few months and will have the � nal-ized report ready by April.

The numbers may adjust very slightly, but it looks like the District did fairly well: total revenue $2,975,207.84, total expenditures $2,892,359.68, leaving a surplus of $229,753.11; total Water Budget rev-enue $923,204.29, total Water Budget expen-ditures $821,865.54, leaving a surplus of $84,742.46; total Sew-er Budget revenue $19,970.36, total Sewer Budget expenditures $36,547.42, leaving a de� cit of $16,577.06; and � nally, total Waste-water Budget revenue $329,526.59, total Wastewater Budget ex-penditures $328,486.11, leaving a surplus of $1,040.48.

Council members heard a short presenta-tion about the Southern Interior Local Govern-ment Association (SIL-GA) 2013 Convention, from SILGA rep Tim Pennell. Pennell gave a brief description of SIL-GA’s goals and objec-tives, as well as describ-ing some of the speakers that will be present at the convention.

Chief Administrative

Of� cer, Colleen Hanni-gan, reported to coun-cil on several ongoing projects. The number of committee members for the Heritage Proj-ect is growing, with the main focus currently being on getting the de-tails sorted in order to send in the grant appli-cation. Some 30k speed limit signs have been or-dered for Barriere Town Road for placement near the Ridge.

Barriere citizen, Bar-ry Thorn, asked council a few questions. First - any word on when The Bear Radio Sta-tion will be back on the air? Council members reported that the CRTC is working on the � le, and could have the � nal approval as early as next week - or it could take until April. Thorn also asked what the timeline was for the sewer lines to go in down Barriere Town Road? Mayor Humphreys replied that most of the permits are in place, and they are just waiting for the last right of way to come through. Announce-ments will be made prior to any work be-ginning.

The next general council meeting will be held on February 18, at 7 p.m.

District budget has surplus in some areas

Council members


Explore together

There is no better province to explore than British Columbia and no better family bond-ing experience than sharing the thrill of a new discovery or experience. Day trips can create remarkable family memories. They offer a won-derful way to spend time together and learn more about where you live. You might decide to explore close to home or venture to one of the other regions in B.C. over the Family Day weekend.

There are many ways to invest in a day of dis-covery with your family, why not maximize the experience by involving everyone in the plan-ning. By planning ahead you and your whole family can experience a worthwhile outing and make every aspect fun. Create a list of activities or venues and assign a rough budget for each. Allow family members to weigh in on their pref-erences and discuss what they would like to see, do or learn at each.

Kids or youth can map out the sites and activities, creating a family agenda including selecting the points of interest, activities, lunch and shopping. It’s the perfect way to free up ev-eryone from everyday tasks and roles.

Researching history, attractions, museums, parks and markets can teach valuable les-sons and it helps children to plan within a budget. This way they are part of mak-ing important decisions, appreciate both the effort and cost of outings and will be

more enthused about an agenda they helped develop. This can lead to

great family discussions about what each individual en-

joyed or learned and starts you planning for future family explorations.

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There were only about � ve members of the public who at-tended the public presentation of the Solar Aquatics Wastewa-ter Project Update on Jan. 22 at the Ridge..

Kim Rink, president of Eco-Tek Wastewater Treatments, presented a model of what the greenhouse/plant being con-structed in Barriere will look like, and also provided several computer-generated images for viewing.

The District’s engineer, Dave Underwood from TRUE, gave a summary of the overall status of the project in the communi-ty, and noted the construction of the Septage Receiving Facil-ity is well underway at the end of Kamloops Street.

The District is inviting area residents to learn more about the project, and view the model and images at the municipality’s in-formation booth in the upcom-ing Celebration of Rural Living Expo and Trade Show, April 27 and 28, hosted in the North

Thompson fall fair facility.People can also view the im-

ages and ask questions about

the project by stopping in at the District of Barriere cham-bers in the Ridge.

Poor attendance at District wastewater presentation

There were only about � ve


Piping in history and traditionPipe Major John Mager, 68, piped the Honourable Judith Guichon. Lieu-tenant Governor of B.C. into the District of Barriere luncheon on Jan. 28, and also into the Barriere Secondary School the same day. Mager, has served as the ruling Lieutenant Governor’s piper for over 32 years, and lives in the coachman’s cottage at Government House. He has played for Queen Elizabeth, the King of Tonga, Prince Charles, Princess Diana, Pope John Paul II and Henry Kissinger. Mager also serves as the of� cial chauffeur and website photographer for the Lieutenant Governor.

Submitted photo:

Kim Rink, president of Eco-Tek Wastewater Treatments, presented a model of what the greenhouse/plant being constructed in Barriere will look like during the Solar Aquatics Wastewater Project Update presented to the public on Jan. 22, at the Ridge.

By Margaret HoubenNorth Thompson Star/Journal

Council members

spent a few minutes go-ing over the 2012 bud-get review at the Feb. 4, District of Barriere council meeting. The accountants will be go-

ing over the paperwork in the next few months and will have the � nal-ized report ready by April.

The numbers may adjust very slightly, but it looks like the District did fairly well: total revenue $2,975,207.84, total expenditures $2,892,359.68, leaving a surplus of $229,753.11; total Water Budget rev-enue $923,204.29, total Water Budget expen-ditures $821,865.54, leaving a surplus of $84,742.46; total Sew-er Budget revenue $19,970.36, total Sewer Budget expenditures $36,547.42, leaving a de� cit of $16,577.06; and � nally, total Waste-water Budget revenue $329,526.59, total Wastewater Budget ex-penditures $328,486.11, leaving a surplus of $1,040.48.

Council members heard a short presenta-tion about the Southern Interior Local Govern-ment Association (SIL-GA) 2013 Convention, from SILGA rep Tim Pennell. Pennell gave a brief description of SIL-GA’s goals and objec-tives, as well as describ-ing some of the speakers that will be present at the convention.

Chief Administrative

Of� cer, Colleen Hanni-gan, reported to coun-cil on several ongoing projects. The number of committee members for the Heritage Proj-ect is growing, with the main focus currently being on getting the de-tails sorted in order to send in the grant appli-cation. Some 30k speed limit signs have been or-dered for Barriere Town Road for placement near the Ridge.

Barriere citizen, Bar-ry Thorn, asked council a few questions. First - any word on when The Bear Radio Sta-tion will be back on the air? Council members reported that the CRTC is working on the � le, and could have the � nal approval as early as next week - or it could take until April. Thorn also asked what the timeline was for the sewer lines to go in down Barriere Town Road? Mayor Humphreys replied that most of the permits are in place, and they are just waiting for the last right of way to come through. Announce-ments will be made prior to any work be-ginning.

The next general council meeting will be held on February 18, at 7 p.m.

District budget has surplus in some areas

Council members


Submitted

The 15th annual Wells Gray Birchleg was held this year at the Candle Creek ski trails in Clearwater on Feb. 3, with approximately 130 Viking warriors showing up to take part in the event, 17 of them from Barriere.

This fun family event included skiing on a variety of trails ranging from a gentle 2.5 km ski to a more strenuous 16 km cross country ski, an authen-tic Norwegian lunch and great prizes for the best costumes. Every-one seemed to be enjoy-ing the day and young warrior Prince Haakon was rescued and taken to safety once again.

The Birchleg is a fun re-enactment of a cross country ski trip made by two Viking warriors in the 13th Century. King Haakon of Nor-way was murdered in 1204 during a time of civil war. The King’s infant son was in im-mediate peril of the same fate. Two Viking warriors, loyal to their dead king and his heir, took the baby to safety in Trondheim. Their � ight was in midwinter, skiing 55 kilometers across the mountains. Holding the child se-cure behind a shield, these warriors were armed with a battle-axe and spears. Young Haakon Haakonson grew to adulthood in safety, and returned to Norway to claim his father’s throne.

Area Vikings travel to ski Birchleg

Barriere residents (l to r) Daniel Boudreau and Brandon Rainer took part in the 15th annual Wells Gray Birchleg near Clearwater on Sunday with just over 130 people who also took part in the fun family cross-country ski event. Many of the participants wore Viking costumes, and Rainer took second prize with his costume that sported a cougar skin as a headpiece.

The 15th annual

Submitted photo:

(Above) Viking warrior-woman, Dana Foster.

(Below) See if you can name the Barriere Vikings in this shot?

Peggy Armstrong – thanks for the smilePeggy thought she was using hair spray, which in fact, turned out to be her granddaughters green Halloween hair spray. However, Peggy didn’t raise seven kids and get to age 93, without having a sense of humour; so she still turned up for work that day – green hair and all.

Submitted photo:

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Long process to bring a mine into productionMs. Dawn Mills

spoke at a cultural use resource forum held in Kamloops. The article on the event stated that Ms. Mills is “the inaugu-ral Finning resident scholar for mining and communities at UBC’s Norman B. Keevil Institute of Mining Engineering. Her job is to reach out to rural com-munities to provide background expertise on mining proposals as part of an institute program to address social, economic and environmental issues facing the industry.”

At � rst blush it may look that a resi-dent scholar whose position is funded by a key partner in the mining industry might be slanted in a favourable way to promoting mining, mining in any and all circumstances. That is not the case.

Step back for a moment and really look at what is hap-pening with respect to mining, and indeed any large develop-ment project. Over the years the focus has shifted from the “Let’s Git Er Done At All Costs” attitude of decades before, to the current approach that takes in all as-pects of such mega projects.

Taking the new attitude and focus

into account, it only makes sense that anyone with a vested interest would want to properly cover all possible concerns as the process unfolds.

Think about it, who in their right mind would invest multi millions of dol-lars into a project, then have it stopped because the required steps were not fol-lowed?

The start-up capi-tal for a mining proj-ect comes from a very small group of people with the insight and knowledge to believe that the project they are backing is viable, and can be taken to full production with-in a given time frame.

Millions of dollars and thousands of hours are spent prov-ing the deposit of ore, as well as build-ing a project plan that is economically feasible, environmen-tally sound, and that will be attractive to the many subsequent investors needed to bring the mine into production.

There are hun-dreds of different focus groups to be informed, multiple levels of govern-ment regulations to be followed, and last but not least, inves-tor groups that need to be constantly as-sured that the funds they invest will bring

a return palatable to their individual board of directors. Stability throughout the process is the key. Everyone needs to be informed and assured as to what needs to happen will indeed happen.

Ms. Mills, with her expertise in the mining industry, can help to make the huge amount of facts and

details make sense to us all in the more rural communities. Mines, and all that they encompass, are complicated.

Take for example the Yellowhead Mine project tailings pond. It has been stated re-cently that the protec-tive dam of the pond needs to be main-tained immemorial after construction.

A comment like this taken out of context, would make it seem that the problem has not been addressed. In fact, this topic was dis-cussed at length dur-ing various meetings all through the envi-ronmental assessment of the mine proposal.

I know this be-cause I was there. All stakeholders had the opportunity to at-tend these meetings to hear the infor-mation and to offer opinions.

Having someone like Ms. Mills to help explain the process could be a very good thing indeed as long as those asking ques-

tions are prepared to listen.

I was asked why I didn’t mention any-thing about the Lt. Governor’s visit in my article last week.

The problem is that I have to have my article in by noon on Monday, which is when Her Honour was due to arrive. Now that I have had the privilege of meet-ing Her Honour Lt. Governor Guichon, I can say that Her Hon-our is a gracious lady well deserving of the role she has been giv-en. I hope that we will have the opportunity

of another visit soon. The many mem-

bers of the commu-nity and the student body that came to lis-ten to Her Honour’s remarks were most appreciated. Princi-pals Jonathan Brady and Shelley Ewashina are to be commended for their support and efforts. I know it is a busy time of the year for the students. Thanks also to the Yellowhead 4H mem-bers for serving, and to 4H Leader Glenda Feller for arranging the club members attendance on such short notice.

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Meeting Her Honour(L to r) Her Honour Lieutenant Governor Judith Guichon, takes a moment to chat with Barriere residents Michelle and Jean Cartier, during a pub-lic luncheon hosted by the District of Barriere on Jan. 28, at the Ridge.


Health expo draws crowdBarriere resident Margaret Houben (l) and Sylvia Boyd (Merritt) man their booth during the seventh annual Arts, Health and Wellness Expo at Clearwater Secondary School on Saturday, Feb. 2. There were 33 booths with six extra participants sharing a booth for a total of 39 services and businesses, organizers report. The expo is put on by Clear-water Festival and Events Society (CFES) with all proceeds going into other community events.

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The North Thompson Recreational Society each year hosts their annual Full Moon Howl cross country ski event at the Barriere Forks Trails. Children and adults of all ages turn out for an afternoon of races and competitive events on skis and in the snow.

The day’s excursions are followed by a tastey supper at the warming cabin, and afterwards everyone enjoys the treat of being able to ski by the light of the moon along trails lit by can-dles.

The � nal event is a visit from a local were-wolf, followed by every-one joining him in an enthusiastic howl at the moon.

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My friend, Dave Monsees, decided to host another Strobist Meet-up at his pho-tography studio, and I was de� nitely up for that. I like trudging around photographing snowy scenics, but, the thought of spending a photo-� lled day in a warm, wood-heated studio was enticing, and when he extended the invite I didn’t hesi-tate to accept.

My request to the other photographers was to continually change the two lighting setups that we were us-ing. I had participated in past meets, and, they were fun and photogra-phers got to make lots of pictures of models; however, even though the resulting pictures were great, the light-ing remained basically static for every image. For this day I wanted to change the modeling lights and modi� ers ev-ery hour.

That meant photog-raphers and models had to rethink what they were trying to do, but after the � rst change everyone got into the swing and began to get

really innovative. Pho-tographers changed lenses, shooting angles, helped each other out by moving the lighting around, and our mod-els went through several clothing changes and were as involved in the creative process as the photographers.

The studio had lots of lighting equipment set up with wireless camera connectors for each photographer. There were two differ-ent backdrop set-ups, and we had our choice of lights and modi� ers like softboxes, umbrel-las, snoots, barn doors, and re� ectors.

When I wrote about the last studio meet-up I attended I said that photographers always need to explore and experiment, and get-togethers like this are perfect for practicing off-camera lighting in a studio (that most pho-tographers don’t have access to) without the pressure of actual cli-ents, and it is a fun way to re� ne one’s skills.

Monsees comment-ed that he liked being around fun people with a true passion for pho-

tography, and dedicated to off-camera � ash. He also said that he en-joyed himself so much that he intends to try to have photographer and model get-togethers in his studio every month if he can.

Although photogra-phers have been using off-camera light nearly as long as they have been making portraits of people, that practice has really been limited to a few that owned stu-dios. Recently all that has been changing what with quickly advanc-ing camera technology, and the word “strobist” now refers to a photog-rapher who uses off-camera � ash to take pictures, instead of the usual pop-up � ash, or hotshoe � ash attached on top of the camera.

I am often asked, “Why use off-camera � ash?” Instead of using

just a camera, one must lug around a light stand and a � ash. That means carrying extra weight. Sometimes a photogra-pher would require an assistant since weath-er conditions might knock over the light when shooting out-doors. My response to the question is, “Better pictures.” Light is the language of photogra-phy. Without light there are no photos. With off-camera light one adds light and control over the � nal image. Adding light might introduce drama in a picture and can increase detail or hide it. The extra work greatly affects the out-put.

I like quotes and here is one regarding light from George East-man, American innova-tor and entrepreneur, who founded the East-man Kodak Company

and invented roll � lm. He summed it up for me when he said, “Light makes photography. Embrace light. Admire it. Love it. But above all, know light. Know it for all you are worth,

and you will know the key to photography.”

These are my thoughts this week. Contact me at www.enmanscamera.com or [email protected]. Stop by Enman’s Camera at

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Light is the language of photography. Without light there are no photos. With off-camera light one adds light and control over the � nal image.

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The � rst day of Feb-ruary was the of� cial launch of the inaugural Canada Day Challenge (formerly known as the Canada Day Poster Challenge).

This national competition encour-ages young Canadians aged 8 to 18 to demon-strate their artistic and creative talent and to express what Canada means to them.

Under the theme “Canada: Strong and Free,” the Canada Day Challenge is inviting young Canadians to il-lustrate how the people, places, and events of the past have shaped our country and to show their pride in be-ing Canadian by enter-ing in any or all of the following three catego-ries:

• Draw It! Send in a drawing, painting, or sketch.

• Snap It! Submit an original photo taken with a digital camera or smartphone.

• Write It! Submit a literary creation in the

form of a short story, poem, or essay.

Entries will be ac-cepted from Feb. 1 to Mar. 22, 2013. Winners of the Canada Day Challenge will be an-nounced in spring 2013.

The winning entries will be on display at the Canadian Museum of Civilization from June to September 2013,

and will be part of the design of the of� cial poster for the 2013 Celebrate Canada fes-tivities. One national winner and two � nalists will be selected in each category.

Prizes will be pre-sented to the three na-tional winners and six � nalists by the 2013 Canada Day Challenge

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Data gathered from mil-lions of stolen passwords in 2012 shows a disturbing trend: most of us continue to put convenience ahead of security when it comes to our cyber lives. That’s why initiatives like “Change Your Password Day” held on Feb. 1, are signifi-cant: Events like this give us a chance to take a closer look at how our habits and routines may be putting us at risk of be-coming a victim of crime.

If you’re one of those “con-venience first” people, Gizmo-do’s initiative makes February a good month to change your priorities...and your pass-words. Here’s some facts, tips and stories to get you started on your journey to a more se-cure cyberlife.The impact of cybercrime in 2012

Globally, more than 1.5 million people become victims of consumer cybercrime every day (Source: 2012 Norton Cy-bercrime Report). Here’s some additional facts to consider:

• 2012, social media and mobile devices played larger role in cybercrime than ever but more than 76 per cent of mobile users don’t use security solutions on their mobile de-vice.

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• Thirty-four per cent of online adults don’t know that malware and viruses can oper-ate discreetly behind the scenes so that a user doesn’t know they’ve been hacked.

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• Learn more about two-factor authentication and oth-er online security options that go beyond passwords by read-ing Mat Honan’s article for wired.com’s Gadget Lab Kill the Password: Why a String of Characters Can’t Protect Us Anymore

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• Change the passwords to all of your important and high risk accounts like banking, email and social networking.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Aries, there are a few things you need to work out this week, but then you will be set for quite a while. Take the opportunity to recharge your bat-teries.

Cancer, your mind may be churn-ing, but worrying excessively over something will not help the situation. Therefore, focus on something else for a while.

Libra, a risk you take this week will pay off in a big way. You might be anxious to take a significant risk, but the eventual reward will be well worth it.

Capricorn, shift your focus to your family for the next few days because you have to make some decisions that will affect them all. Listen to your gut feeling when making these deci-sions.

Aquarius, there are some things around the house that need your attention, but you may be having trouble finding the motivation to tackle them just now.

Taurus, sometimes the things that are the hardest to come by are the ones that are most worth the effort. Think about this as you face obstacles.

Leo, just when you think the week will go on without any excitement, something pops up and it’s just what you need to beat the doldrums. Expect time with friends.

Scorpio, it may be challenging to find some initial support for a new idea because you are essentially charting new territory. Just give it time and people will come around.

Pisces, when an opportunity comes your way, you may want to take a pass because something better is on the horizon.

Gemini, contrary to what you believe, things at work will go on even if you take a few days off for a vacation. There may be some catch-ing up afterward, but you can handle it.

Virgo, sometimes you need to be tough on yourself to get things done, but you will be satisfied with the results when you push yourself. Focus on goals this week.

Slow down a little, Sagittarius. Moving faster will not get the job done to your satisfaction and then you only will have to do it all over again. Think through your op-tions.

AG Foods Barriere Elementary would like to Thank AG Foods for donating healthy snacks to the after school KIDSPORT program since before Christmas. KIDSPORT is a pro-gram for grades 4 to 7 students that runs every Tuesday after school from 2:30 to 3:30 pm, focusing on being active and healthy. THANK YOU!!!!

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Feb 16 - Barriere Dry Grad Bottle Drive. Feb 16 - Silent Auction & Business of the Year Awards & Celebration, 7pm @ Fall Fair Hall. RSVP by Feb 8, 250-672-1009Feb 16 - Let’s Dance, 8pm @ Ukrainian Hall, Kamloops. Tickets call: Zonia 250-372-0091 or Ed 250-374-2774.Feb 22 - Health Fair & Ready Set Learn @ Barriere ElementaryMar 1 - World Day of Prayer, 10am @ St. George’s RC Church, Barriere. Refreshments to follow. Everyone welcome.Mar 5 - BC Jobs Fair at the FF Hall 11-6pm.Mar 23 - NT Fish & Game Club Wild Game Banquet, 5:30pm @ the Fall Fair Hall. Tickets $25/person, call 250-672-1070.Apr 13-14 - Antique Appraisal Weekend, 10am-5pm @ Little Fort Hall. more info call 250-672-5660.Apr 27-28 - Celebration of Rural Living Expo & Trade Show @ NT Agriplex & Fall Fair Grounds. Info call: 250-319-8023.Apr 27-28 - 6th Annual Celebration of the Arts Festival @ NT Agriplex & Fall Fair Grounds. Info call: 250-672-9330.Army Cadets - 2941 RCACC Cadet Corp. - Tues. 6:30pm, ages 12-18, Legion Basement. New Recruits Welcome. Marc 672-9681.Baha’i Night: Fri., 7:30pm, Marge Mitchell’s home. 672-5615Barriere Adult Day Program: Mon. & Wed. 9-2. Lunch,

crafts & music at the Seniors Ctr. Sherry Jardine 672-5121 Barriere & District Heritage Society: 3rd Wed. of mth, 1pm at NTVIC in the winter, at Museum in the summer.Barriere & District Riding Club: Jan-Mar: 3rd Sun. 1pm; Apr-Oct: 3rd Thurs. 7pm both at NTVIC. www.barrieredistrictridingclub.com. Info Darcey 250-318-9975.Barriere & District Seniors Events: Mon. Whist 7pm, Tues. & Thurs. Carpet Bowling 10am, Wed. Fun Cards 1pm, 672-9627Barriere Cancer Support: 672-9263, 672-0017 or 672-1890Barriere Choir: Every Thurs. @ Christian Life Assembly, Annesty Rd. Youth 7-18 3:30pm; Adults 19+ 6:30pm. Call Leah Jones 250-957-8440.Barriere Curling Club: Oct.-Mar. Curling, league & bonspiels.Barriere Drop In Art. Every Friday from 1-3pm at NTVIC from end of Sept to March (except holidays). Nominal fee. All welcome.Barriere Elementary PAC: 2nd Tues. of mth, 8:45am, call 672-9916.Barriere Fibre Arts. Every Tuesday, 7-9pm at NTVIC, from Oct-Apr. Nominal attendance fee. All welcome.Barriere Firefighters’ Practice: Barriere Firehall, Thurs., 7pmBarriere Food Bank: Every Wed. starting Sep. 12, 10am--noon. Call for info 672-0029 (leave a message).Barriere Genealogy Club. Meet every 1st & 3rd Friday

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Heffley Creek Acoustic Coffee House: 3rd Fri. every mth 7pm. Performers, concession, play area for kids! Call 578-0056.Literacy Tutoring: Learn to read FREE. Susan Ross 672-9875.Little Fort Coffee House: 1st Fri. each mth, Oct - May, 7pm @ Little Fort Community Hall. Little Fort Recreation Society: 1st Thurs. each mth 7pmLNT Catholic Women’s League: 2nd Wed. each mth, 7pm at St. George’s. Call 250-672-9330 for info.McLure Vounteer Fire Dept. Rec.: 1st Wed. each month at 7:30pm upstairs. Except Jul & Aug. 250-578-7565 for info.McLure Firefighter Practice: 2nd & 4th Tues., 7pm, McLure Firehall Men’s Floor Hockey: Tues., 8-10pm at Barriere Sec. School.NT Fish & Game Club: 4th Mon. each mth 7pm Volunteer Centre. More info 672-1843 NT Museum: Summer hours - Tues & Fri 9am-5pm; Wed & Sat 10am-4pm; Thurs 10am-5pm.NT Valley Hospice House Soc.: 3rd Tues of the mth, 11am, Little Fort Hall. More info 672-5660 or 672-9500.Quilting: 1st Tues of the mth, 10am @ Little Fort Hall.Safe Home: Get away from domestic abuse, call 250-674-2135 (Clw) or 250-682-6444 (Barriere).Wilson’s Arena weekly practice: Mon Game, Tues: Stock Dogs, Wed: Team roping, Thurs: Team penning

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Fruit Salsa and Cinnamon Chips1 kiwi - pealed & finely diced2 golden delicious apples - pealed, cored & finely diced8 oz raspberries, washed16 oz strawberries, washed & diced2 tbsp white sugar1 tbsp brown sugar2 tbsp fruit preserves (like strawberry or raspberry)For the Cinnamon Chips

10 - 10” flour tortillasMelted butter or butter flavoured cooking spray1 cup white sugar mixed with 2 tbsp cinnamonFor the fruit salsa, mix all the fruit, white sugar, brown sugar & the fruit preserves together in a bowl. Cover & let refrigerate for 15 to 30 mins, while your oven pre-heats to 350 for the cinnamon chips.For the cinnamon chips, cover one side of each tortilla with the melted butter, or butter flavoured cooking spray. Sprinkle on the cinnamon sugar mixture & cut into wedges (just like a pizza!). Arrange on a baking sheet in a single layer, & bake in the pre-heated over for 8-10 mins. *Note* if you used butter flavoured cooking spray, spray your chips a second time after

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Nutella Brownie Cupcakes:1 cup Nutella10 tbsp white flour2 eggsOptional - crushed hazelnuts Mix all your ingredients together until smooth. Spoon into cupcake wrappers in a cupcake pan, & top with crushed hazlenuts. Bake at 350 for about 20 mins. Check with toothpick at about 15 mins, as some ovens cook faster/slower than others.

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The congregations of the Church of St Paul in Barriere and Clearwater United Church, say they are excited to welcome their new minister, the Reverend Brian Krushel this Sunday.

The new minister is a Lutheran pastor who has recently served as pastor for Hills of Peace Luther-an Church in Kamloops.

Pastor Krushel was born in Winnipeg, the second of three brothers, and spent the first 22 years of his life there. After grad-uating with a B.Sc. in Ecology from the University of Manitoba, he entered the Lutheran Theolog-ical Seminary in Saskatoon, Sas-katchewan and graduated with an M.Div. in 1992.

Since his ordination in that same year, Pastor Krushel has served Lutheran parishes in Manitoba, Ontario and British Columbia.

When he is not busy with par-ish duties or keeping up with his family, Pastor Brian sings with The High Country Singers, a community choir in Kamloops. He also likes fishing and has been “hooked” by the many fly fish-ing opportunities available in the area surrounding Kamloops.

The Church of St Paul’s previ-ous minister, the Reverend Gra-ham Brownmiller, moved to New Westminster in late August, and

the members of the congregation, along with a few visiting clergy and lay worship leaders, have been providing pulpit supply since that time.

Pastor Krushel will be lead-ing his first worship service in the North Thompson on Sunday, February 10, with worship in Clearwater at 9 a.m., and in Bar-riere at 11 a.m.

The Church of St Paul’s con-gregation say they are pleased that their new minister has ar-rived, and especially as he will be in time to assist with flipping flapjacks at their upcoming an-nual pancake supper.

The pancake supper will be held on February 12, from 5 to 7 p.m., and everyone is welcome, and encouraged to attend. The cost for the supper is always very reasonable, the socializing is great, and the much anticipat-ed goodies found on the dessert table will more than satisfy your sweet tooth.

The Church of St Paul (there is no period after St - the name is an acronym for Serving To-gether as a Parish of Anglicans, Uniteds and Lutherans) was of-ficially formed when the An-glican Church of Canada, the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Canada and the United Church of Canada joined together to form a Shared Ministry on May 23, 2010.

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Feed & HayCarl’s Market Garden

Good quality horse hay, ap-prox 70lb bale, grass/grass-al-falfa mix, $7/bale. Cow hay $5-6/bale. Potatoes - 40lb sac, red or yellow, $20/sac. 250-672-5795 (McLure).

Hay for sale: square bales, 2nd cut, grass/alfa mix. 800lb round bales, 1st cut. Del. can be arranged. (250)672-9319

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AppliancesMoffat Therm-Aire 3-level pizza oven, accessories and attachments. $2500.00 obo Ph. 250-676-9588Thunderbird Model Arm-02 1/2 hp commercial dough mix-er and attachments. Was $2800.00 Asking $2200.00 OBO Ph. 250-676-9588

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Firewood/FuelBirch Curls: all natural reliable fi re starter straight from the tree. Starts everytime. Indoor fi replaces or outdoor fi res. $20/kg. 1kg starts about 20-25 fi res depending on usage. 788-220-5930 call or text.

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Will purchase or consign anything of value, ie: cars, trucks, boats, furniture, an-tiques, trailers. Call Bruce at Haydn Auction Services (250)319-5230, or (250)672-9809.

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

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Barriere Mobile home for rent in trailer park. 2 bdrm + den, fenced yard, wood, oil, electric heat. Avail. immediately $575/mo. Phone Tony 250-320-5684Barriere Mobile home for sale by owner in trailer park. 2 bdrm + den, fenced yard, wood, oil, electric heat. Avail. immediately. $25,000 terms avail. Pad rent $240. Tony 250-320-5684

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To the editor;I have been watching our

local paper for coverage of the “Idle no More” move-ment, unless I have missed it; I’m not seeing anything, and this surprises me.

However, I do feel the gen-eral sense of disinterest is a continuation of an age-old problem in our community, and in Canada as a whole.

Speaking as a non-indige-nous Canadian woman, I ap-plaud the First Nations for their efforts and dedication to the critical issues being

raised by the “Idle no More” movement. I appreciate the stand that is being taken by First Nations with respect to the “Omnibus bills C38, and C45”. The passing of these bills adversely affects all Ca-nadians, but at this point, only First Nations can chal-lenge them, on the basis of infringement on treaty rights, land title, and constitutional questions.

I implore non-indigenous Canadians to champion our own movement, “Ignorant no More”. Make the effort

to educate yourself and your children about the true histo-ry of colonialism in Canada, and endeavor to end racism once and for all.

Suggested reading – “The Inconvenient Indian” A curi-ous account of Native people in North America. Canadian author: Thomas King

Search the following link to find ways to support the “Idle no More” movement: http://thetyee.ca/Life/2013/01/19/Idle-No-More-List/Kathy KarlstromLittle Fort, B.C.

To the editor;Traveling to see

how an island the size of Vancouver Island, with the population that is perhaps equal to that of Canada, considers feeding it-self, has been quite the experience.

I’ve just returned from the island of Taiwan. Having been invited by au-thor and soilless gar-dening expert, Mar-seene Mainly, to visit the island before her return to Canada. I didn’t have much time to consider any-thing, except that I felt I needed to go.

My first priority was to research food production, then re-cycling, relationship building and tour-ism.

I am still relying on my friends, and anyone who thinks this effort is worth-while, to help me subsidize this trip. Please and thank

you, every little bit helps.

What is food? Healthy food is what we need to survive: clean air, clean water, and clean nutritious food.

Clear air? In Tai-wan the individual people were trying to figure it out. Those using the subways were keeping their personal germs cap-tive and not taking on other people’s germs. They were wearing masks.

I learned that if a person even sus-pects that they have a cold or cough – they wear a mask. They are concerned for each other and themselves, even to the point of just lift-ing up their mask to insert their food at meal times, rather than risk spreading a germ.

This seemed to be working, as I trav-eled via these systems

with thousands of people each day, and heard barely a cough or a sneeze.

Clean water? I visited Eco Parks built in neighbor-hoods where Nature was replicated to pro-vide people with the knowledge of how intertwined all life needs to be; to take that water, which we humans pollute, and make it usable for the next life to drink, or – in the case of am-phibians and fish – live in.

Restaurant gray water? I visited farms that had set-ups with re-claiming systems consisting of an in-tricate set of active reclaiming tanks; starting with the grayest of water, end-ing with tanks of fish with plants growing on top. And water supplying the irri-gation for the gar-dens that produced the organic produce

served within.Clean food? From

restaurants that grew their salad greens (visible from the ta-ble of the customer), to farms that pro-duced aquaponical-ly-grown vegetables, such as kohlrabi and beets, to strawberries and tomato’s; all is possible.

If you, or your group or business want a guest dynam-ic speaker, please let me know. I’ve got stories on foodie projects, for sure; but also on the healing benefits of volun-teerism, tourism tips to build your busi-nesses, recycling ef-forts that reach out to victims of disas-ter, to the building of a Foundation that is changing the world.

I will gladly share these gleanings for your information and delight.Cheryl ThomasClearwater, B.C.

Ignorant no moreLetters to the Editor continued from page 5....

Valley resident returns from Taiwan with food information to share

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