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A rock slide occurred Monday, Jan. 27 at approximately 12:25 p.m., 8 km west of Standing Rock in between Keremeos and Hedley.

The approximate 150 meter wide slide cov-ered all four lanes of the highway closing it in both directions until it was finally reopened early Thursday evening.

Students and people commuting to and from work affected by the slide either stayed in Keremeos or travelled via detours on the Nickel Plate route, Hwy 5A, Hwy 3A and some used the Princeton-Summerland Road.

Large boulders rolled across the highway causing damage to power lines which in turn, caused temporary power outages—reports coming in from Princeton, north to Apex and east to Oliver.

The power outage was reported to have lasted about an hour.

On Tuesday, the site experienced further rockfall and weather including snowfall delay-ing Ministry engineers having access via heli-copter to the top of the mountain where the falling rock originated.

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Highway 3 reopens with restrictionsHighway 3 is open to two lanes of traffic with a 60 km speed limit in the slide area between Hedley and Keremeos.

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On Monday, Feb. 3, during the regular meeting of Council of the Town of Princeton, a motion was received and carried to accept a letter of resignation from Councillor Jason Earle.

Mayor Armitage, announced that, “This is not a pleasure to do,” and read the letter aloud.

Dear Mayor and Council,I have been a member of Town Council for five years and I

have enjoyed serving the Townspeople, as a Councillor and a brief term as Acting Mayor. The work has been challenging, yet very rewarding. Some of the milestones and projects that I will remember the most are:

The re-instatement of 24/7 Emergency services at Princeton General Hospital; the creation of a framework for sustainable Health Care Service in Princeton; the Riverside Community Centre upgrades; being awarded the Gold Medal for Gamestown 2010 and the completion of the Miners Climb rebuild.

However, due to changes in my employment, I find myself now working out of town on a regular basis. Recently I have relied on the help of my fellow Councillors, staff and the chairs of my respective committees, to fulfill the duties and responsibilities of Town Council.

It has become increasingly difficult to balance these respon-sibilities and work obligations and I am feeling I can no longer

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Earle resigns from Princeton CouncilPrinceton Minor Hockey hosted a Novice Tournament over the weekend, with five teams including the Princeton Minor Posse. Visiting teams came from Merritt, Kelowna, Chilliwack, and Surrey.

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Arts

SHIRLEY’S ART CLASSES:Wednesday & Thursday Call Shirley at 250-295-4076

GARDEN CLUB: Meets second Tuesday of every month, 1 PM, Seniors Branch 30. Call Doreen @ 250-295-1577

ARTS COUNCIL: Meets at Noon on the third Wednesday of the month. Everyone Welcome! Con-tact Marjorie Holland, Pres., 250-295-6718 or Joann Gabriel, Sec., 250-295-3361 for location. General meetings quarterly as announced.

BUNCHGRASS QUILTERSMeet 1st & 3rd Thursday of each month at the Riverside Centre from 10 - 3 p.m.. Everyone Welcome! Contact Sharon 250-295-4194 or Rosemary 250-295-6511

PRINCETON POTTERS GUILD, RIVERSIDE POTTERY STUDIO:Access to the potter’s wheel or hardwork, workshop opportunities, group projects. Call Sue for more info or to join. 250-295-0527

PRINCETON TRADITIONAL MUSIC SOCIETY:The Princeton Traditional Music So-ciety puts on the Traditional Music Festival each year in August, featuring traditional music from many places. The three-day festival is free and run entirely by volunteers. The 100+ musicians and dancers also offer their talents for free. If you would like to help out with the festival, please contact Jon or Rika @ 250-295-6010

Community:INTERESTED IN CHRISTIAN MEDITATION?For people who want to learn to pray with great simplicity, for people who would be willing to get to know Jesus who loves each of us immensely, for people who are at a dead end, for people who want to get to know themselves, for people who want to make a new begin-ning! We can go to God together and it’s free! Call me: Fr. Harry Clarke at 250-295-3541. Let us get a group going to the advantage of all.

PRINCETON LIBRARY:Tuesdays: 12 p.m. - 5 p.m. and6 p.m. - 8 p.m.Wednesdays: 12 p.m. - 5 p.m.Fridays: 12 p.m. - 5 p.m.Saturdays: 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.

PRINCETON MUSEUM AND ARCHIVES: 167 Vermilion Avenue250-295-7588princetonmuseum@gmail.comwww.princetonmuseum.org

WELCOME WAGON! Are you a new to Princeton? If so, we have information regarding local, civic, community services and facilities. We also have gifts for you from local merchants and businesses. Call 1-866-856-8442

HOSPITAL AUXILIARY: Meets second Monday of every month, 1:00 p.m. Hospital Board Room. For info., Call Doreen @ 250-295-1577

PRINCETON AND DISTRICT COMMUNITY SKILLS CENTRE SOCIETY:Meetings are held quarterly on Tuesdays at 7:00 p.m.

HEDLEY LIBRARY HOURS: A reminder that the Library is open ev-ery Thurs. from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. and is located at the OAPO Hall on Scott Ave.

HEDLEY OAPO: 3rd Monday of every month regular general meetings - Everyone welcome to come.

SENIORS BRANCH #30POT LUCK SUPPER: Last Friday of every month, 5:30 p.m. Seniors Centre. Members can invite a guest.

MEMBERS ONLYPOOL TOURNAMENT: Last Tuesday of every month at the Se-nior’s Centre. 10:00 am

WHIST & CRIB: (Seniors Branch #30) First Saturday of each month at 1 PM. Coffee & refresh-ments included. Everyone welcome.

VERMILION FORKS PRINCETON O.A.P.O. BRANCH #185: Regular meetings second Friday of every month at 2 p.m.. Pot luck supper every third Friday at 5:00 p.m.

SEARCH AND RESCUE TRAINING SESSIONS: Meetings will be held on the first and third Tuesday of every month. Call Ar-nie Powell at 250-295-6759 for more information.

LITTLE FOLKS NURSERY SCHOOL: Meetings are every third Wednesday at 7:00 p.m. at LFNS. 250-295-3083

ELKS AND ROYAL PURPLECOUNTRY STORE: Friday’s 11 - 6 and Saturday’s 10 - 3. Table rentals available. For info. Contact Doris Driver at 250-295-3518. Lunch available.

Community:

PRINCETON LEGION BRANCH #56: Reminds all veterans that the D.V.A. Now makes home visits. For more info. Phone 250-295-6060

JA SCHOOL & COMMUNITY GARDEN:New members invited to volunteer as “garden angels” attend committee meetings and garden their own plots. Phone Sandra 250-295-3779, Sharon 250-295-4080 or JAE School 250-295-6727

CINDY PAROLIN SAFE HOMES PROGRAM: Princeton and area, crisis intervention, emotional support, information, legal strategies and safe shelter in cases of abuse against women in relationships. Call the 24 hour women’s crisis line at 250-295-8211 for confidential services.

MONDAY NIGHT BRIDGE:@ Riverside Centre 7 - 9:30. Knowledge of bridge necessary. Call Gail @ 250-295-0171

HealthPRINCETON COMMUNITY HEALTH ADVISORY COMMITTEE (CHAC): Meets third Tuesday of every month at 7 PM at Town Hall.

PRINCETON HEALTH ACTION COMMITTEE: Regular public meetings first Wednesday of every month at 7 PM at the BPO Elks Lodge.

CANCER SUPPORT GROUP FOR WOMEN:If interested in attending, please call: Barb 250-295-4050 orDel 250-295-3266

TOPS: (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) chapter meets at Riverside Wellness Cen-tre every Thursday. Weigh-in-Time 8:30 AM Meeting 9:00–10:00 AM. For more information please contact Lynda 250- 295-3658 or Myrna 250-295-7272 Visit www.tops.org

COMPASSIONATE FRIENDS: Group helps bereaved parents. Will meet as needed. Call Shirley Haker at 250-295-3607. [email protected]

CRISIS LINE: You can call us 24 hours a day, everyday, and your call is confidential and anony-mous. The crisis line is 250-493-6622. Or call collect from locations within the South Okanagan Similkameen: (250)493-6622.

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS:Meet Friday In Tulameen at 7:30 p.m. at Library call 250-295-7005

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS: Tuesdays @ 7:30 p.m. Arbor House. Thursdays @ 7:30 p.m. Baptist Church. Old Hedley road. Contacts: Fred 250-295-7272 or Marena 250-295-7663 NEW LADIES AL-ANON MEETING:Are you concerned about someone’s drinking? Mondays; noon - 1 p.m. @ Riverside Wellness Centre. Contact Cen-tral Referral @1-604-688-1716

NARCOTICS ANONYMOUS: Meet’s every Wednesday & Sunday at the Info Centre in Chamber Basement 7:30 P.M. Phone 1-877-234-5809

Club Notes:FREEMASONRY: FOR MEN OF GOOD CHARACTER:Freemasonry has been active in B.C. for over 130 years. It is a fraternity open to men of all races and religions. If you are of good character and want more infor-mation, please contact: The Secretary Similkameen Lodge #95A.F.. & A.M. C/O Box 174Princeton, BC V0X 1W0

PRINCETON LIONS CLUB: Regular dinner meetings the 1st & 3rd Tuesday of every month @ The Chamber of Commerce at 6:30 p.m.

ROYAL PURPLE:Meetings first and third Tuesdays 7:30 PM, Princeton.

ELKS: Meetings every second and fourth Sunday, 2 PM.

ELKS AND ROYAL PURPLE: Joint meeting and pot luck supper every third Saturday at 5:30 PM.

PRINCETON PERFORMING ARTS: Meet first Tuesday of each month @ 7 p.m. in Riverside Theatre. Contact Derek @ 250-295-3037

ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION: General meeting held on the third Sunday of each month at 1:00 PM.

PRINCETON LADIES AUXILIARY LEGION BRANCH 56: Meet 2nd Tuesday of the month @ Legion Hall at 7:00 p.m.

SIMILKAMEEN VALLEY ATV CLUB: meet 3rd Saturday of each month at 3:00 p.m. (March - August) in the Cham-ber Boardroom. Contact: 250-292-8348 [email protected]

Club Notes:

HEDLEY MUSEUM:General Meeting, meets the 2nd Monday of each month. 6 p.m. @ The Hedley Museum

THE PRINCETON RIFLE AND REVOLVER CLUB:INDOOR SHOOTING RANGE Juniors & Seniors meet at 7 p.m.. every Wednes-day at the Family Centre (behind the legion). Phone 250-295-6150.

VERMILION FORKS FIELDNATURALISTS:Group meets second Tuesday of every month, 7 p.m. at the Riverside Centre. Public welcome.

OTTER VALLEY FISH & GAME:Meeting’s 3rd Thursday of each month at noon in the Club House.

VERMILION TRAILS SOCIETY:Meets at the Chamber Basement on the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 7:00 p.m. For more info: Contact [email protected] New Members welcome!

PXA MEETING: Held on the third Tuesday of each month. 7 p.m. at the Princeton Library Conference Room. New Members wel-come!

PRINCETON FISH & GAME:General meetings second Monday of the month. 7:00 p.m. Wellness Centre. For memberships contact Joy Klassen @ 250-295-3134

PRINCETON RACING DAYS ASSOCIATION: Meets the third Thursday of the month in the Princeton Library Conference Room at 6:30 p.m.

PRINCETON & DISTRICT FALL FAIR ASSOCIATION:Meets on the fourth Tuesday of each month at the Princeton Library Confer-ence Room at 6:30 p.m.

PRINCETON ROTARY CLUB:Meets every Tuesday @ 12 p.m. Heart-land Restaurant (dining room). For more info. Call Judy @ 250-295-0217. New members welcome!

COPPERHILL LANES:YBC Bowling Saturday 10 AM. Club 55. Men’s, Ladies and Mixed bowling leagues. Call 250-295-6500 for more information.

SPECIAL “O” BOARD;Meets 3rd Tuesday of the month. Contact 250-295-7218 for meeting place & time.

FIBROMYALGIA SUPPORT GROUP: For more information, please contact Jennifer @ 250-295-7438

LAPIDARY PRINCETON’S ROCK & FOSSIL CLUB:Meetings held third Tuesday of the month. 7:00 p.m. Riverside Centre. Call Franz Hofer @ 250-295-3896 for more info. New members welcome!

PRINCETON COMMUNITY BAND:Meets Mondays and Thursdays 6 p.m. in the PSS Band Room.New musicians welcome!

YouthGIRL GUIDES OF CANADA:Contact: Carol Mack 250-295-7085

PRINCETON MINOR HOCKEY:Lori Gullison 250-295-3977

SIMILKAMEEN (JKA) SHOTOKAN KARATE CLUB: 250-295-3909 or 250-295-7374

PRINCETON POSSE JR. HOCKEY CLUB: 250-295-6544

PRINCETON FIGURE SKATING CLUB:Lynette Boyd: 250-295-7113

KOKANEE SUMMER SWIM CLUB:Lindsay: 250-295-0759

PRINCETON FAMILY SERVICES SOCIETY : FAMILY PLACE 120 Kenley Ave. open Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday 11:00- 2:00. (Pre-natal) 11:00 -12:00 Mom’s help prepare and enjoy lunch together.

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CALENDAR UP TO DATE.

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Community Calendar.If changes to your listing are needed, please call us at 250-295-3535 or email [email protected]

On Thursday morning, the Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure modified the bottom of the mountain slope and created an earth berm along the slide area.

The highway was opened to two lanes of traffic with a 60 km speed limit on Jan. 30 at approximately 5 p.m.

As of Monday, Feb. 3, the slide area still maintains the two lane restriction and the 60 km speed limit posting.

For further updates please visit the Drive BC website at www.drivebc.com

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Highway 3 reopened

Lower photo: Tracy St. Jacques of 24 /7 Trafffic Control Services speaks with Keremeos Mayor Manfred Bauer at the site of Monday’s rock slide on Highway 3 west of Keremeos. Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure’s efforts to open the road were hampered by bad weather and the fact that more rock fell on Tuesday afternoon. (Top Photo)

Steve Arstad photos/Keremeos Review

Based on its performance with social, econom-ic and strategic governance issues, Weyerhaeuser Company has made it on to the Corporate Knights Global 100 index. global100.org/global-100-index/

The announcement was made at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland on January 22, 2014.

Companies that are named to the Global 100 index are the top overall sustainability perform-ers in their respective industrial sectors. U.S.

firms hold 18 of the 100 spots on the index and Canada holds 13.

Weyerhaeuser Company looks to be the only forest products company on the list. 12 quan-titative sustainability indicators, including the amount of revenue companies generate per unit of energy consumption, the ratio of CEO to average worker salary and lost time injury rate are factors used to establish inclusion in the Global 100 index.

The Corporate Knights Global 100 index is a project that lists the top 100 most sustainable corporations in the world.

Weyerhaeuser makes Global 100 index

effectively fulfill the commitment I have made to the people of Princeton. So, I regret that I must, in the best interest of all concerned, resign my position as a Councillor.

I would like to thank Mayor Armitage, Councillor Harkness, Councillor Maynard, Councillor Pateman and all of our competent staff for their understanding and support during this time.

I would especially like to thank all of my friends and supporters who have made my experi-ence as Councillor as successful as I believe it has been.

Lastly, on behalf of myself, April, Dallas and Destiny, we would like to wish the Town of Princeton all the best and continued success in the future.

Thank you,Jason EarleMayor Armitage and Councillor Harkness,

both who had served the full five year term with Earle, spoke highly of him.

“I will miss him,” said Councillor Harkness. She went on to describe how in the very begin-ning Earle couldn’t wait for them to get started. “He thought we were going to have lot’s of arguments and was quite dissapointed that we didn’t,” she said with amusement.

She added, “Councillor Earle showed his true colours when he had to step in as Acting Mayor. He did a great job and I wish him all the best.”

Mayor Armitage noted that he, Councillor Harkness and Councillor Earle had been ‘green-

horns’ together, adding “did we ever get a bap-tism.”

“I never saw Councillor Earle do anything in halves—he did a great job,” said Mayor Armitage. “He was one of the drivers of the 24/7 effort—his love of community, the desires and wants of the community caused him to test the issues, to test council.”

The Mayor ended by saying, “ Thank God we were blessed to have him for the time we did.”

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After five years of service to the Town of Princeton, Jason Earle has resigned his position as Councillor effective Feb. 3, 2014.

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Hired Equipment RegistrationThe Okanagan Shuswap District of the Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure is creating its list of registered Equipment for Hire for the fiscal year of 2014/2015, which begins April 1, 2014. This district geographically covers the area from the United States border, east to Osoyoos, west of Princeton and north of Salmon Arm.

All individuals or companies registered in 2013 will have received invitations by mail to re‑register hired equipment for 2014. If you have new equipment to be added to your profile, you can register online at www.bcbid.ca or contact the District Office in Kelowna to obtain the appropriate forms. Any individuals who were not registered in 2012/2013, but wish to have equipment listed are hereby invited to contact the District Office, either in person or by phone, to obtain the appropriate registration forms.

Note that while you do not need to have Commercial (Comprehensive) General Liability Insurance or up‑to‑date WorkSafe BC coverage to register, you will have to meet these requirements prior to working on any ministry projects.

Only owned or lease‑to‑own equipment is eligible for registration. Equipment may only be registered in one area in any given year. Seniority is not transferable from area to area.

The deadline for new registrations is midnight on Friday, March 14, 2014. Late registrations will be accepted, but may appear at the bottom of the open list. Note that there is no charge for registering new equipment, or for changing or deleting equipment information already listed.

Register through the Okanagan Shuswap District Office at:1358 St. Paul Street, Suite 300, Kelowna, V1Y 2E1

You can also phone 250 712-3660 or send a fax to 250 712-3669 to have the forms mailed or faxed to you.

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Delegations begin new year

During the regular meeting of council on Jan. 20, Paul Bedard, president of the Princeton Exhibition Association presents council with the accom-plishments of the asso-ciation in 2013 and plans in progress for 2014.The association has performed numer-ous upgrades to the facility including an extensive electrical upgrade made possible with funding from the RDOS.

Three delegations sought the attention of Mayor and Council during the regular meeting held on Jan. 20.

Sandy Croteau, finance manager for the Regional District of Okanagan-Similkameen (RDOS) gave an overview of the 2014 goals, objectives and budget of the RDOS. Public con-sultations are in progress now and viewing of general budget documents can be viewed at www.rdos.bc.ca. The budget bylaw will receive the sec-ond and third reading in March, with adoption taking place no later than March 31.

Sgt. Barry Kennedy, the new officer in charge of the Princeton RCMP Detachment visited council to introduce himself.

During his 24 years of service, Sgt. Kennedy has worked in North Vancouver, with the RCMP Musical Ride, Vernon, Golden and most recently, McBride, B.C.

Sgt. Kennedy will be providing council with quarterly policing reports and plans to meet with various community groups to discuss the goals of the community to assist in setting detachment priorities.

Mayor Armitage welcomed Sgt. Kennedy, thanking him for coming to Princeton and for including council in his community consultations.

Paul Bedard, president of the Princeton Exhibition Association (PXA) presented council with a report on the accomplishments of the asso-ciation in 2013 and of the plans for 2014.

Highlights of the accomplishments include; a major electrical upgrade made possible with funding from the RDOS, handicapped access upgrades, barn renovations, improvements and re-builds in the poultry and 4-H areas and a 400 foot extension of the fence line.

Plans for 2014 include continued improve-ments to emergency exits, walkways, railings and stairs; repairs and replacement with the horse barns; emergency lighting upgrades; concession improvements; bathroom upgrades; water lines repair and replacement and the beginning of a Knapweed eradication program.

With a motion made by Councillor Pateman and seconded by Councillor Harkness, the Council appointments for 2014 are adopted. (These are the committee and community liaison positions each member of council are respon-sible for.) Visit princeton.civicweb.net/Documents/DocumentDisplay.aspx?Id=11766 to view.


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Leslie Thornley, Manager, Community Development – Okanagan Special Olympics and Kelsey Keglovic, local coordinator explain the Special Olympics calender during an information session held at the Chamber in January.

Special Olympics needs a hand

From October to April athletes bowl in Princeton. May to August they participate in Bocci and from November to March they curl at the Curling Club.

July and August are summer break months for everyone.

The Princeton Special Olympics program could use the help of a few more volunteers. Coaches and coaching assistants are needed.

(Training is provided at no cost to you.) Volunteer coordinators and drivers are also needed. (Drivers and those to help with transportation of athletes to and from special events)

If you have an hour a week or and hour a month to share with Princeton Special Olympic athletes, your help will be welcomed.

For more information, please contact: Kelsey Keglovic, Local Coordinator

Phone: 250-295-0442 Email [email protected]




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FEBRUARY 26, 20147th Annual

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Show your support with an ad in the Spotlight paper. This special promotion will run in the February 26th

Edition of the Similkameen Spotlight.Deadline is Thursday, February 20 at 5:00 pm.

BOOK YOUR AD SPACE TODAY!For more information contact Sandi at 250-295-3535or by email at [email protected]

2014 Area B and G Draft Budget for Public input: Feb 5, 5 p.m. Area B and G residents are invited to meet RDOS Directors and staff to look over and comment on Budget decisions being made for 2014. Keremeos, Victory Hall (704 - 4th Street)

Garbage: While there will be a difference in fees between Area G, Area B and Keremeos, the reason for the rate differences have to do with contractor costs. If you compare the number of residents to the area the contractor needs to drive you can quickly see that the gas costs for the Village of Keremeos will be far lower than the gas costs for Area B, and the farthest distances will occur in the largest area of Area G. Join us at Victory Hall February 5 if you want to learn more about the Budget and the choices we make to determine your tax costs. This is your chance for input.

Watersheds 2014 Forum: January 27-29 The forum was a mix of panels, workshops, and “big ideas” (keynote) talks. The sessions had a variety of viewpoints and perspectives, including First Nations, practitioners, and experts.

Many of the workshops were focussed on skills development like: climate change adaptation, water-use reporting, water conservation planning, and communications; while the “big ideas” talks introduced cutting-edge examples to expand col-lective thinking and help us to consider different aspects of watershed governance. Looking at BC in the context of global water crises and what we can do to retain healthy water supply and ecosys-tems was the thrust of the conference.

ArtsWells : How a Town of 250 Became a Cultural Capital with speaker Julie Fowler 1-3 p.m. February 10, Hedley Seniors Center/ Okanagan Regional Library, 789 Scott Avenue

This is the first in a year-long series called “Community Conversations” which will feature success stories of community building through-out BC and Canada, blended with opportunities for local leaders to share the work they are doing on similar initiatives.

Guarantee your spot and reserve seating by email: [email protected]

Fortis Rate Relief: Are your bills more than 10 per cent of your income? You are suffering Energy Poverty. Call the toll free number in Trail: 1-866-436-7847

Area G Director’s report

Angelique Wood, Director Area GRegional District Okanagan-Similkameen

A Princeton councillor has found himself in some hot water after making some comments about his community’s econom-ic relationship to Penticton in an interview on the recent slide, which closed Highway 3 for three days last week.

“Penticton is Princeton’s main city of commerce. It is an impor-tant city for us, because a lot of people come here for all their doc-tor and specialist appointments,” said Maynard in an interview on Global B.C.

Maynard’s comments have stirred controversy in town, with community members speaking out in opposition to the council-lor. Brenda Crawford, chair of the Princeton Chamber of Commerce, said they are working hard to keep people thinking about what is avail-able to them here in town.

“We do need the doctors and specialist services in Penticton and bigger centres, absolutely. But as for relying on Penticton’s economy, we have our own fairly strong local economy,” said Crawford. “Over Christmas, a lot of the (chamber) directors said they managed to do all their Christmas shopping here.”

Crawford said the chamber will be speaking to the town’s business community to gather their input on Maynard’s comments, adding they are just about to announce a pro-gram to energize local shopping.

“We are just in the process at the Chamber of Commerce of kicking off our not only shop local, but think local program to get people here to start thinking about what great services we actually do have here and what is available,” said Crawford.

Crawford also wonders if Maynard intended to imply people were heading north to do their shopping.

“He was certainly correct in saying we do have to leave town for specialists appointments,” said Crawford. “We do have doctors here, but anyone needing a special-ist needs to travel to Penticton or Kelowna.”

In any small town, she admit-ted, you are going to lose some sales to larger centres, that is why the chamber wants to get people to think about their shopping habits and whether they could be buying closer to home.

Maynard could not be reached for a response, and did not answer requests by phone and email for an interview.

Councillor’s comments spark controversy

Steve KiddBlack Press

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Electricity rates and billing explainedFrom understanding the residential conservation rate and interim rates, to questions about your electricity bill, we’re here to help.

Understanding interim rates

Each year we go through a rate setting process with the BC Utilities Commission. Interim rates are set before the process is completed and can change. If they do, your bill can be credited and adjusted accordingly.

The residential conservation rate explained

1 Based on average 2012 electricity use for customers in FortisBC’s South Interior service area. FortisBC uses the FortisBC name and logo under license from Fortis Inc. (13-372.4 1/2014)

This new, two level rate structure was designed to encourage you to save energy where possible. You’re billed at a lower rate (9.09 cents) for the first 1,600 kWh. Your use above this amount is then billed at a higher rate (13.54 cents). Under this new structure, about 71 per cent of our customers pay the same or less than they would under the previous flat rate structure. Learn more at fortisbc.com/electricityrates.

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Equal payment and other options

We offer a variety of billing service options to meet your needs.

Equal Payment Plan: for a predictable bill

Payment options: • preauthorized payment

(Direct Debit Plan)• cheque• online banking• financial institution• credit card fortisbc.com/billoptions

How can we help?

Our customer service representatives work locally at our Trail contact centre. They’re members of the very communities we serve. They understand you may have questions about your bill and are here to help.

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%Why? Because on colder, darker winter days we:• turn up the thermostat• leave lights on longer• use space heaters

Your energy use increases in winter over summer by:1

Have energy saving questions? Visit fortisbc.com/powersense.

Billing schedule

Your electricity use is billed every two months instead of every month.

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Rotary Club and Crimson Tine Players have partnered together for a special community event Feb. 15. As we all know the Rotary Club has worked incredibly hard to provide funds to put in a com-mercial kitchen in Riverside Center. They have gone above and beyond to try and get this done, and are just a few thousand dollars short of completion. So together we are providing a great benefit dance on Valentines weekend at Riverside. All proceeds will go to the kitchen completion.

Live music is provided by The Switchmen Band

and all tickets include pie and coffee or tea. There will also be a cash wine and beer bar. The evening starts with doors opening at 7:00 p.m. and the band will begin at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $20 each. We will have a great silent auction during the evening with spa tickets, flight around the valley, golf tickets, special baked bread, a Robert Bateman print, and many other items. Come and have a great evening of dancing and fun and help us raise the necessary dollars to get this kitchen done.

Tickets are available at Shoppers Drug Mart and Thomasinas.

Benefit Valentines Dance for kitchen completion


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VICTORIA – There are two reasons why the B.C. government must appeal the latest court ruling that damns its conduct, assess-es damages of $2 million plus lawyer bills and appears to hand the B.C. Teachers’ Federation the keys to the treasury.

The first is practical politics. The legislature reopens Feb. 11, ironically right after Family Day. An appeal will give rookie Education Minister Peter Fassbender the cover he will need dur-ing the daily 30 minutes of sniper fire that is Question Period.

Rise. “It’s before the courts, Madam Speaker.” Sit.Even the trigger-happy Premier Christy Clark

will be staying in her trench, after the bleeding wound she received from Justice Susan Griffin last week.

The second reason is practical economics. The 2014 budget has gone to press. Government lawyers told the court that retroactively returning to 2001 classroom rules could cost $500 million, an estimate Griffin dismissed as “speculative.”

It could include compensation to retired teach-ers for earnings they gave up. This retroactive lump would be on top of the ongoing costs, running to hundreds of millions more as 60 school districts try to reassemble the world of 2002.

This union victory began when the Supreme Court of Canada invented a constitutional right to collective bargaining in 2007, based on “freedom of association” in the Charter of Rights and Freedoms.

The BCTF is piggy-backing on that landmark decision, in favour of the Hospital Employees’ Union, after Gordon Campbell ran roughshod over their sweetheart contract from the Glen Clark years. That one was settled for $85 million, including retroactive payments.

In case there are parents and taxpayers who still believe that all would be calm had the NDP won the 2013 election, allow me to put that to rest.

NDP leader Adrian Dix took to his Facebook page a couple

of days after last week’s ruling, joining calls for an apology from Clark. That would be for what Justice Griffin characterized as deliberately provoking a strike to build public support for the lat-est of a long line of settlements imposed on teachers.

Within minutes, Dix received this caustic response from Tara Ehrcke, president of the Greater Victoria teachers’ union.

“But where was the NDP during the election campaign?” Ehrcke asked Dix. “You committed a measly $100 million – a third of what it will take to restore class sizes and less than the

[NDP] platform in 2009, and only pocket change more than the Liberals’ Learning Improvement Fund of $75 million.”

Note the mindset of this prominent member of the radical fringe that controls the BCTF. “A mea-sly $100 million.” An extra $25 million? “Pocket change.” This is the same union boss who demanded that hundreds of teachers be hired this week, so reor-ganizing current classes in the middle of the school year to make them smaller by one or two students.

Parents and students would endure yet another major disruption of the public school system.

And who needs an increase in rural ambulance service or drug and alcohol treatment for street kids.

Let’s get those teacher-librarians back in schools, and slightly reduce class sizes to offset declining enrolment!

No government, B.C. Liberal, NDP or Green Party, can let its unions control their own payroll, just as no private company can. That goes double for this union, which had its own obvious role in provoking an illegal strike in 2012. It made outrageous benefit demands and cancelled extra-curriculars for months before it even specified its wage demand.

Bargaining, if you can call it that, resumes this week. Both sides need to cease fire.

Tom Fletcher is legislature reporter and columnist for Black Press. Twitter: @tomfletcherbc Email: [email protected]

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Distracted Driving Campaign in February

BC ViewsTOM FLETCHER

Distracted Driving is one of the major driv-ing behaviours that contribute to fatal and seri-ous injury motor vehicle collisions.

The RCMP across British Columbia will be conducting a month-long awareness and tar-geted enforcement campaign against distracted drivers in February.

“Last year, 27 per cent of collision fatalities in BC were caused by distracted or inattentive drivers, despite over 40,000 violation tickets being issued for use of electronic device or driv-ing without due care and attention. The public needs to be part of the solution by separating the activities of driving and electronic device use” says Cpl. Robert McDonald of “E” Division Traffic Services.

Each year, on average, 91 people die due to distracted driving-related crashes, 31 in the Lower Mainland, 12 in the North, 34 in the Southeast and 14 on Vancouver Island. All of these deaths were needless, preventable deaths that could have been prevented by drivers paying their attention solely to the driving task.

Driving is probably the most dangerous activ-ity you do in a day. Undivided attention is needed whenever you drive, regardless of road and weather conditions.

“Are You Dying To Check Your Cell Phone?”

“If you need to make a phone call on a cel-lular phone, use a hands-free device that can be operated with one touch. If you need to send or check a text or email, you must pull over, off of the traveled portion of the roadway, and bring your vehicle to a complete stop. There are no messages that are more important than your life” explains Cpl. Robert McDonald of “E” Division Traffic Services

The fine for using an electronic device with-out hands-free device while driving is $167 Moreover, drivers who text or email while driv-ing are subject to 3 Driver Penalty Points in addition to the fine.

Drivers in the Graduated Licence Program (GLP) are not permitted to use any electronic device, even hands-free devices. GLP drivers receive the $167 fine and 3 Driver Penalty Points.

Drivers who are observed using an electronic device while committing other moving viola-tions that put themselves and others at risk will face a charge of Driving Without Due Care and Attention, with a fine of $368.

“Don’t Text Your Loved Ones to Death”

The RCMP will be targeting Distracted Drivers across BC for the entire month of February. On Valentine’s Day, February 14 the police will be ensuring your loved ones get home safely through increased enforcement.

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To the Health Care Steering Committee:

The handicapped parking space, one new office added and further renovations planned—for sure these are all necessary, but most needed is at least one more receptionist and possibly two in order to handle all the doctor calls. It is certainly too much for one person. The upgraded telephone system doesn’t seem to have helped in any way.

My experience for example—on the afternoons of the 23 and 24 of January, I called several times only to hear, “All lines are busy, please call back!”

More of the same on the 28 and 29.

Is this acceptable? I’ve been told of many people having to go to the clinic just to make an appointment because of not getting through on the phone.

So, how has this upgraded tele-phone system helped?

And, why with more doctors does it take two to three weeks to get an appointment?

Makes a person wonder if the health care in Princeton will ever be as good as it once was.

Kay GoglinPrinceton

Dear Editor,I’ve heard so much about this move on Justin

Trudeau’s part regarding senate reform, and I’d like to give my opinion on this issue.

I hear the government side saying that it means nothing and that all that happens is that the senators who are Liberal get to sleep in one day a week. That’s hardly the point. That one day a week is a caucus meeting where the sena-tors get inside information from the Party and that’s hardly at arm’s length.

Senators who are Liberal are no longer sup-posed to raise money for their Party and that is a good thing. Mike Duffy and Pamela Wallin were touted as the best fund-raisers for the Conservatives. They travelled all over the coun-try (on our dollar) not for the good of the coun-try but for the good of the Conservative Party.

I’ve also heard commentators say that no other party has made a move on this issue. That is a falsehood. The NDP put forward a motion asking for the same thing – arm’s length from the government – and Trudeau voted against it as did the Conservatives. Little mention is made that the NDP have never been in power federally and have no senators, so their hands are tied as far as actually doing anything.

I think it’s a good first move on Justin Trudeau’s part and I’m looking forward to the next step – the abolition of an appointed senate that can strike down an environmental bill that was passed by the elected MPs.

Sincerely,Donna StockerCawston, BC

A good first move, Trudeau

Questions for the Health Care Steering Committee

Dear Editor,Re: Thumbs Down, Jan. 15th

editionI would like to add that the

Thumbs Down should have also been given to the Mayor and Town Council members for not getting the streets cleared of snow.

The “Significant Snowfall” bylaw adopted by the present administration has a direct affect on the pedestrians walking the streets and laneways of our town.

Some of our streets have side-walks on one side only, so people

living on the non-sidewalk side of the street have to cross an icy, rut-filled street to the sidewalk on the other side.

A lot of our streets have no sidewalks at all; the third bench and mine subdivision are prime examples. Here again, people have to walk on icy, bumpy, non plowed streets. I guess I’m going to Penticton for a walk.

Sincerely,Dale ShanksPrinceton

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May 7, our next to last flight left Shanghai in the afternoon for Guang Zhou and soon we were back in the Grand Continental Hotel, our very first hotel in China.

The next day, we awoke with no agenda. We wandered through the pedestrian mall on Beijing Avenue, confident enough to do a little shopping in the Unbook Store. And yes the name was in English! Later we strolled down the walkway that followed the Pearl River and watched men fishing from the bank and seniors doing Tai Chi on the path. It had been quite wonderful to feel comfort-able enough to spend nearly the whole afternoon on our own in a country where we couldn’t read the road signs, speak the language or explain ourselves to most passersby.

That evening, we were treated to one last supper by Brother Number 1. We were complimented on our stamina to survive such an adventure and still have a smile on our faces. (I never dared to admit that there were a few days when I thought I would collapse from mental overstimulation and physical exhaustion but I was too proud to admit defeat.)

After this last supper in China, Wen, Sharon, Paul and I strolled through the neighbourhood surrounding the hotel on a mission in search of the famous ginger milk.

Eventually we found an open air restaurant that served the drink. The air was hot and humid and soon we were enjoying a delicious, very, very spicy drink that made us all break out in a sweat. I found myself feeling the camaraderie that comes from sharing an extraordinary experience in a person’s life. I knew at that point that it would take many months to sort out my feelings, insights and thoughts about Southeast Asia.

I was missing Canada very much and I just knew that I would see my country with expanded vision and appreciation. At the same time, I also knew I would carry an affection for the people of China, Vietnam and Cambodia.

They were real to me now and nothing would take that away. I had seen evidence of their history with its suffering, endurance and fortitude as well as the energy infusing their lives.

The next morning, after a surprise dim sum Mother’s Day meal hosted this time by Sharon’s youngest brother, we were on our way by bus to leave mainland China and enter Hong Kong. There we would board our plane for home, taking thirteen hours to cross the Pacific Ocean again and experience another complete sunrise and sunset.

When we arrived in Vancouver on Mother’s Day (again) it was sunny and warm. The sky was

clear and it felt as if there was hardly any traffic. It was surreal. I felt as if I had been awakened from the most extraordinary dream. The airport terminal was quiet and even though three hundred people had disembarked with us, the place felt empty. The customs officer wanted to know if I liked China and what I had seen. She sounded as if she would like to travel there. She spoke English! If I hadn’t been afraid to look like an idiot, I would have kissed the green Canadian lawn outside the build-ing.

It took us nearly two weeks to get over jet lag. I kept crav-ing Chinese food. I lost eighteen pounds that summer because I had gotten out of the habit of eating sugar.

Paul came home with a deep appreciation for Canada and our government realizing that we need to exercise our respon-sibilities as citizens. He formed an enormous admiration for a people who work so hard to make things better for the genera-tions to follow.

Would I recommend travel to Asia? You bet! I realize that we were very blessed and privileged to have seven weeks and wonderful, knowledgeable friends to guide us. A guided tour would be excellent too. Remember to take your spirit of adven-ture and a willingness to have your mind opened and you will be blessed!

ARTI-FACTSMERRILYN HUYCKE

Asia recommended ~ take your spirit of adventure

PRINCETON, B.C. – Fifteen Active Winter Women spent Saturday Jan. 25 on the China Ridge Trails experiencing cross-country skiing for the first time.

“There was a lot of laughter, encourage-ment and energy exerted by these active women who are trying something new,” said Nadine McEwen, Town of Princeton Recreation, Tourism and Cultural Coordinator.

Active Winter Women is a program devel-oped to help ladies become active during the winter months utilizing Princeton’s snowy back-yard as their playground.

The original plan was to use the Princeton Airport, Kettle Valley Rail Trail, China Ridge Trails and Swan Lake areas to snowshoe and cross-country ski. Due to the lack of snow and the icy conditions at lower areas, the program has only been able to take advantage of the trails at China Ridge.

Princeton and area ladies are encouraged to drop in for $10.00 a class. This nominal fee helps supplement the ViaSport grant received by the Town of Princeton that was awarded to encourage women to learn a new sport. If you would like to learn more about this active sport program please call the Princeton Parks, Recreation and Culture Office at 250-295-6067 or email [email protected].

Princeton ladies learn to ski

Strap on the snowshoes for an easy jaunt to the China Loop Shelter

Saturday, Feb. 8 from 9:30 a.m. to noon enjoy 4 kilometre roundtrip that includes a crackling fire, tea and treats.

Click on the skinny skis and test your endurance.

Saturday, Feb. 8 12:30 p.m. to 4 p.m. Join us for a 10 kilometre return ski out to the Rueben Jones Shelter.

Goodies and beverages served up around the campfire.

For those who missed our last ses-sion, we discussed the lack of snow

and the uncertainty of skiing the KVR for session 5. We decided to plan it for up at China Ridge instead. We are offering two separate activities for that day.

You have the option to chose one or both!

Please let me know which you choose and if you need equipment so I can get it organized. Contact Princeton Parks, Recreation and Culture office at 250-295-6067 or

[email protected] Drop ins welcome!

Fifteen ladies from the area spent the day on Saturday, Jan. 25 learning to ski for the first time.

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Volunteer firefighters from the Princeton, Erris and Tulameen detachments participated in a ‘Cancer Talk’ facilitated by Kenneth R. Kunz, M.D., Ph.D.

Dr. Kunz has dedicated his career to the study of the disease and in the past 30 years has learned a great deal.

He spoke on the history of cancer; The Ebers Papyrus (ca. 1550 BC) - medical textbook that revealed that ancient civilizations had discussed cancer—fossil records that showed that a 72 mil-lion year old Gorgosaurus (dinosaur) died of Bone Cancer.

With facts like these, Dr. Kunz states that, “Cancer is a natural consequence of living—just like fire.”

He believes that awareness/education is one of the most effective ways to battle cancer.

Instead of committing what he describes as “armchair suicide,” he said that, “exercise is the single most important preventative measure.”

The average Canadian is actually at high risk for cancer.

Smoking, being overweight, inactivity and poor attention to our bodies (ie: not having a reg-ular health maintenance program) are all factors that compound the inherent, genetic propensity toward this disease.

Firefighters, fire investigators, police officers and any other first responders face even higher risks than the average person.

Exposure in situations such as; an active fire scene if faces are exposed, handling of dirty turn out gear, diesel exhaust, improper storage of gear, improper decontamination after fires...etc, increase the chance of work related cancers.

Firefighters are exposed to numerous carcino-gens whether they are in a natural fire (forest) or structure fires. Toxic chemicals are released when almost anything you can think of burns.

Dr. Kunz said to remember, “If it’s on you, it’s in you.”

“Reduce your chances,” he said. “Be aware, be concerned.”

He told the firefighters to check themselves; do you wear turn out gear appropriately, is the gear clean and in good repair, what kind of food do you eat, do you see a doctor regularly, do you have a yearly health maintenance plan - does your doctor know that you are a firefighter?

Dr. Kunz ended his talk with this statement, “Firefighters are heroes—that’s true, but they shouldn’t have to die for it.”

A few of the firefighters noted that the talk was a little scary but extremely informative and that Dr. Kunz had provide them with a lot of new information.

“This talk reinforces the standards and safety protocols that we adhere to,” said Princeton Fire Chief Eric Gregson, “identifying personal risk factors helps point us in the right direction of things we can improve upon.”

Visit www.kennethkunz.ca to learn more or to book Dr. Kunz for a Cancer Talk.


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Kenneth R. Kunz, M.D., Ph.D., visited the Princeton Fire Department last week to give a presentation on Job related Cancers in Firefighters.Members of the Princeton, Erris and Tulameen fire departments learned a bit about the interesting history of cancer, factors that exacerbate the disease and the even higher risks than the average person that they as fire-fighters face. Dr. Kunz not only informed the group of risk factors and statistics, he made them aware on a personal level as well as on their work level, of what they could do to reduce their chances of ending up with cancer.


A12BC Family Day February 10/14


Busy in the Village!

Come play in the

snow!

Food time is family time!Going for a ride!

Life gets busy sometimes and spending time with

loved ones can become difficult. Family Day, taking place Feb. 10, is the perfect reason to gather the family and take in some of British Columbia’s best attractions.Start with Big White Ski Resort, just outside of Kelowna. As Canada’s favourite family resort, Big White has something for everyone. Whether you’re looking to downhill ski or snowboard, snowshoe, ice skate, dog sled or many other winter activities, you’ll find it at Big White.“There’s something for everyone here,” says Katie Balkwill, regional sales manager for Big White Ski Resort. “We’re Canada’s largest ski-in ski-out resort. Anywhere you wake up, you’ll be on the slopes, and the quality of our snow is amazing.”Black Press readers can enter to win a weekend for four (two adults and two children under 18) at Big White Ski Resort, with lift passes and

two nights accommodation in a slopeside hotel room. For more information, visit www.similka-meenspotlight.com/contests/ and click on the contests link.Big White is known for its family-friendly atmo-sphere, Balkwill says, and notes that the resort itself is family-owned and operated.“This is a great place to learn to ski,” she says. “We have safe areas for all ages, and lessons for any level. We also have Mom/Dad and Me ski les-sons, so parents can learn how to help their kids learn as well.”Big White is about more than skiing and snow-boarding though. Balkwill also notes that they have an ice-climbing tower, fireworks every Sat-urday night over the huge outdoor skating rink and many other activities for the whole family. You won’t even have to leave the resort to get a bite to eat, as there are more than 22 eateries on the mountain, from cafeterias to fine dining.

Spending time in the

great outdoors!

Big White Ski Resort


RockRidge Canyon

RockRidge Canyon

By Kerry Vital, Black Press

Family first - on top of th

e world!

PRINCETON

HOURS OF OPERATION:Monday - Friday: 9am to 7pm, Saturday: 9am to 6pm,

Sunday: 11am to 4pmHEALTH • BEAUTY • CONVENIENCE

232 Bridge Street250-295-3383

www.shoppersdrugmart.ca

Locally Owned and Operated

207 Bridge Street250.295.6933

Princeton

We are your Hometown Sears.If we don’t have it in-store,

we’ll get it for you, and deliver it to your door.

THE HUTBottle Depot

[email protected] Hwy. 3 250-295-3835

BOTTLE DEPOT HOURS: 11AM - 5 PM DAILY10 AM - 5 PM SATURDAYSCLOSED TUESDAYS & STAT HOLIDAYS

WE ALSO RECYCLELIGHT BULBS!

WE NOW RECYCLE

ELECTRONICS!

Winter has returned to the Similkameen Valley!

RockRidge Canyon is holding an Open House for Families on February 10, 2014 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Free events include, Zipline Rides (weight restrictions apply), Hay Wagon rides, Pond Hockey, Tubing, Skating (bring your own skates). If you have your own snowshoes, snowboard or cross country skis you can access our terrain park and other slopes for cross country skiing and snowshoeing.

Bonfires, hot chocolate, hot dogs and cookies will be available for the advance ticket price of $15 per family (up to 8 members) or $5 per person. Tickets purchased onsite will be $5 per person. Advance ticket sales are available at the following local businesses:Princeton Pharmacy (IDA), ACE Timber Mart (Fletchers) and Shoppers Drug Mart.

RockRidge Canyon holds open house for families on February 10BC FAMILY DAY

February 10, 2014

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DailyClosed Tuesdays

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Get 2 - 16 oz fountain drinks and 2 cookies

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On Feb. 10, B.C. residents will be able to purchase a single-day lift ticket for 50 per cent off at the ticket window on Big White. If you’re looking for a weekend getaway, British Columbians can book any two consecu-tive nights and two days of skiing, and Big White will give you the third night and third day of skiing at half-price, valid between Feb. 7 and Feb. 13.The Lower Mainland is home to plenty of family-friendly outdoor spots, including Granville Island, numerous beaches and parks. If it’s indoor fun you’re looking for, at-tractions such as the H.R. MacMillan Space Centre, the Vancouver Aquarium, the Museum of Vancouver and the Vancouver Art Gallery should all be tops on your list. Do you have a bud-ding scientist in the family? Check out Science World at the Telus World of Science.Outdoor activities are also plentiful in B.C., no matter the weather. Capilano Suspension Bridge Park is one of Vancouver’s most well-known attractions, with its famous suspension bridge (450 feet long and 230 feet above the Capilano River), Treetops Adventure, Cliffwalk, Story Centre, Totem Park and other places to explore. The North Shore mountains, including Grouse, Seymour and Cypress, all offer a variety of activities, including skiing, snowboarding, snowshoeing and tobogganing, or you can go a bit farther afield to visit Whistler Blackcomb.On B.C. Family Day, lift tickets at many participating ski areas will be offered to B.C. residents at 50 per cent off. For more information and the list of participating resorts, visit www.skicanada.org.Hiking is a time-honoured family pastime, no matter how athletic you are. B.C. has more than 850 parks and natural areas to hike in, including Vancouver Island’s West Coast Trail. Provincial parks are often host to several hiking trails, or check out the Sunshine Coast Trail or Juan de Fuca Marine Trail.Budding equestrians or cowboys might enjoy a trail ride

at one of B.C.’s ranches, whether it’s a weekend trip to Big Bar Ranch north-west of Cache Creek or a day trip to Sea to Sky Stables near Squamish. Three Bars Ranch near Cranbrook was voted “Canada’s Best Family Dude

Ranch” in 2010 by an international ranch guide, so there are plenty of options for hitting the riding trails in B.C.In Northern B.C., climbing and caving can take place all year-round at one of the local mountain ranges. Guided tours

are often available to show you some truly beautiful scenery, from glaciers to frozen waterfalls. Dog-sledding, cross-country skiing and snowshoeing are also great pursuits to try during the Family Day weekend.

The Southern and Northern Gulf Islands are just a ferry ride away from the mainland, and can open up a brand-new world of hiking, cycling and other outdoor activities.No matter what kind of activity you’re looking for or how old or young you are, you’ll easily find fun during B.C.’s Family Day weekend.

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r with the pros!

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rills!

Family Fun Ski at the Ridge


China Ridge Ski Trails

China Ridge Tobbagan Hill

Make it a Family Day in BC’s natural playground on February 10thYou might win a family ski getaway at Big White!

a Big White Getaway!

Go to our newspaper

website and click

on contests!

Enter for your chance to

WIN

Similkameen Spotlight February 5, 2014 BC Family Day A13

Town of Princeton Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services wishes to extend an invitation to Princeton, Area H and Similkameen Valley residents to the Princeton “Fun In The Snow Day” on Febraury 10, 2014 celebrating BC Family Day at China Ridge from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.The Princeton “Fun in the Snow Day” at China Ridge is a time to enjoy an outdoor recreational experience that individuals and families can do in their own backyard. Everyone is welcome to try snowing shoeing and cross country skiing, sleigh riding down the tobogganing hill, check out Princeton Search & Rescue equipment, hang out with the Princeton Posse Players, visit with friends around the camp fire and enjoy a hot meal, compliments of Cooper’s Foods, while on the mountain at China Ridge. “Best of all its free to kids of all ages”, says Nadine McEwen, Recreation and Cultural Coordinator, “thanks to the generous support from China Ridge Trails Society, Cooper’s Foods, Princeton Search and Rescue and the Town of Princeton, BC Family Day will be a time for families to spend together actively celebrating Princeton style.”

China Ridge Trails is a short 10 minute drive from downtown Princeton, just follow the signs to the longhouse. Don’t forget your sleigh for the groomed toboggan hill and mug for hot drinks!

www.chinaridgetrails.com princeton.ca

Celebrate Family Day Princeton style!Princeton Fun in the Snow Day at China Ridge

BC FAMILY DAYFebruary 10, 2014

A14 www.similkameenspotlight.com Wednesday, February 5, 2014 Similkameen SpotlightSpotlightLIFESTYLES

Friday, February 14, 2014at the Legion

Dinner 5:00 pmRoast Beef, Mashed Potatoes,

Veggies, Dinner Rolls $8FREE Dance to follow,

live music by TURTLE VALLEY

Royal Canadian Legion Branch #56, Princeton♥ Only 80 tickets available ♥

Valentine’s Community Dinner

Bring your loved ones to celebrate this special day!

Vivid blue skies and dazzling sunshine graced VFFN’s latest snowshoe outing on Saturday, Jan. 25, at Greg and Terry Tellier’s Fisherman’s Cove, near Osprey Lake.

Seventeen people completed the scenic trek, which took us up, down and all around the hillside for approximately two and a half hours. There were too many of us to silently approach any wildlife, but we saw sev-eral signs of moose, including many lie down areas close to and on Tellier’s property. Greg pointed out other signs of bird and animal life, as well as a few old growth trees, and we admired the beautiful views across the lake as we attained higher elevations.

Halfway into the hike we stopped on a sunny slope to rest and bask in the rays, and continued to glory in the brilliance as we made our way along the trails. Once we returned to our starting point we sat around a friendly fire with lunch and hot chocolate, enjoying the companionship of the group and the enchantment of the day.

Our next field trip will be held Saturday, Feb. 8, when Thea Adamo will lead us on a moderate, two hour hike or snowshoe trek up Baldy Mtn.—Confirm with Thea at 295-0162 and meet at Billy’s at 10 a.m. All are welcome.

Our AGM will be Tuesday, Feb. 11, and after the meeting we will enjoy a presentation by John Henry and Mary Masiel on their travels in Croatia. Please join us for an inter-esting and sociable evening.

Naturalists snowshoe outing near Osprey LakeJanis Wright

Vermilion Forks Field Naturalists

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Spotlight on Smiles

Name: Karsyn Moberly from ChilliwackLikes: Music, Karsyn enjoyed dancing to the

musical interludes during the Novice tournament this past weekend.

Thumbs up to the fans that come out to

support the Princeton Minor Posse hockey players.

The kids enjoy your cheering!

Thumbs down to the lack of clearing the walkway along

Tulameen Avenue. There’s no where to walk/ride

except right on the road. Not safe!

Thumbs Up/Down

If you have a thumbs up/down or want to be our Smile of the Week, give us a call at 250-295-3535

or drop by the Spotlight at 282 Bridge Street.

Princeton Pentecostal Church(The Pentecostal Assemblies of Canada)

165 Vermilion Avenue Beside the Museum,

invites you to join with us in

Sunday Worship10:30 am Morning Worship

250-295-7951

St. Paul’s United ChurchAlso serving the Anglican Community

Office: 250-295-7714WORSHIP - 10:00 am

Communion: 3rd Sunday of the month

Office HoursTues and Thurs: 9:30 am - noon

190 - 1st AvenueEveryone Welcome

Baptist Church of Princeton

Across from Arena - Old Hedley Road

Family Worship 10:00 am Prayer Meetings on

Wednesday at 7:00 pm

250-295-7752

Living WaterCommunity Church

Invites You to38 Kenley Avenue

10:30 Morning Worship

Pastor George DonovanTel: 250-295-7733

CELL:250-293-6447


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Sun, Feb. 2 3:00P PST Princeton North Okanagan Armstrong - Nor-Val CentreTue, Feb. 4 7:00P PST Princeton Kelowna Kelowna - Rutland Arena Fri, Feb. 7 7:00P PST Osoyoos Princeton Princeton & District ArenaSun, Feb. 9 2:00P PST Chase Princeton Princeton & District ArenaWed, Feb. 12 7:35P PST Princeton Osoyoos Osoyoos Sun BowlFri, Feb. 14 7:00P PST North Okanagan Princeton Princeton & District ArenaSat, Feb. 15 7:00P PST Summerland Princeton Princeton & District Arena Sat, Feb. 22 7:00P PST Grand Forks Princeton Princeton & District Arena

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Novice tournament keeps the arena busy over the weekend

Kassidy Todd of Keremeos is on her way to the BC Winter Games to participate in the free-style skiing category.

The 16 year old Similkameen Elementary Secondary School student comes from a family of ardent ski enthusiasts - indeed, the sport is a family affair, as Kassidy’s mom, Marnie, also skis and only recently left for Sochi to provide thera-peutic massage services to Canada’s Olympic freestyle skiers.

Her brother, Max, is also a successful young freestyle skier, and her father, Adam, snowboards and assists in the setting up of the many freestyle venues attended by the family during the ski season.

Kassidy first strapped on skis at age three, and joined “Bumps and Jumps”— a freestyle ski pro-gram for youngsters, at age seven. She is a mem-ber of the Apex Freestyle Team, specializing in moguls. It’s a competitive sport. Kassidy locked down a qualifying spot in the BC Winter Games just last weekend after finishing second in moguls, fourth in big air, and third in slopestyle events at the Apex Timbertown # 1 event

“I’ll be competing in the moguls, big air and slopestyle events in the juvenile (15-16 ) age category,” she said, “four of us qualified in the Okanagan.”

Kassidy demonstrates a devotion to the sport that is exemplary for someone her age. She skis every weekend in the winter, and with family support, often finds herself at competitions all over the province. In February alone, Kassidy is involved in three competitions, including the BC Games, and next weekend she and her family are off to Prince George for a competiton.

There is little time off in summer as well. “I spent one and a half months summer training in Whistler at the water ramp on the glacier,” Kassidy added, who is motivated at the prospect of gaining a berth on the national Olympic team.

The active SESS student appears to be well on her way to that goal. Kassidy is also an active member of most of the school’s sports teams during the school year, and she and brother Max are members of the provincial development team, which is a precursor for the provincial freestyle team.

With Kassidy’s present devotion to the sport of freestyle skiing, and her growing success in it, seeing her as an Olympic contender doesn’t really seem like much of a stretch at all.

The BC Games take place in Mission from February 20 -23.

Steve [email protected]

Skiing a family affair for the Todd family

Kassidy Todd at Castle Mountain.

Teghan Mullin of the Princeton Posse Novice team takes a shot on goal during the game against Kelowna. The Princeton Posse Novice team had two wins and two losses over the weekend.

Courtesy of Dawne Graves

Katie Mae Coyne and Jaiden Mullin give a great display of teamwork during the game against Chilliwack on Saturday afternoon.


An Atom playoff game, 10 round-robin tour-nament games at the Novice level along with a skills competition, filled the Princeton Arena with action this past weekend.

The Atom playoff between Princeton and Penticton resulted in Penticton advancing to the next round.

The Princeton Posse Novice team hosted teams from Merritt, Kelowna, Chilliwack and Surrey.

Shauna Hassell, tournament director for the Posse Novice team said it was a great weekend—the kids had a lot of fun.

Donations toward gift baskets and time given to run tournaments by parent volunteers is great-ly appreciated.

“It’s teamwork that puts on a great tourna-ment,” said Hassell.

Donations from Acklands-Grainger Inc. and Sue Coyne are appreciated as well.

Next tournament for Princeton Minor Hockey is the fun day on Saturday, Feb. 8 for the Princeton Posse Tykes.


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YENDLEYMAUREEN JOAN: of Princeton passed away at Ridge-wood Lodge after a lengthy illness on January 28, 2014

at the age of 71 years. Maureen will be lovingly remembered and sadly missed by her Husband John, chil-dren Sharon and Philip (Heather), grandchildren Ryan, Morgan, and Chelsea, and great-grandchildren Kale and Kaila, as well as many dear friends. There will be a private fam-ily gathering at a later date. Condo-lences may be sent to the family by visiting www.hansonsfuneral.ca .

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RICHTER/HAMMILLCINDY (1952-2013)

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cer. Loving wife, mom and sister. Survived y her hus and om, her daughter racey,

sister Sharon, rothers ayne, usse and ic she was a oving randma to Li e ones . She was predeceased y her roth-

er andy. Cindy is a part of our fami y who wi e so missed.

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TAURUS: Taurus, something does not seem to be falling into place. Take stock of things at home and at work to see if you can crack this nut. A little more investigation many be necessary.

GEMINI: You may be offered a professional opportunity this week that is too good to pass up, Gemini. Despite this great offer, do your best to stay focused on work for the next several days.

CANCER: Exercise caution and do not jump to any conclusions at work, Cancer. While you may know what your boss expects from you, it is better to wait to hear what he or she has to say.

LEO: Leo, you can envision exciting adventures ahead, and those times will be here before you know it. Channel your enthusiasm so you can get a head start on planning your adventure.

VIRGO: Virgo, you have a desire to be different from everyone else this week. It’s good to be original, but don’t stray too far off the beaten path or you may find yourself lost.

LIBRA: Libra, a friend may shock you by doing something really outrageous. You do not know what to make of this change in personality, but do your best to take it in stride.

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Scald the cream with the sugar by just bringing to the boil and then removing from the heat immediately. Whisk in the chocolate piece by piece until you have a smooth emulsion. Allow to cool slightly then whisk in the butter, again in pieces, followed by the alcohol if you are using it. Chill the mixture in the freezer 20 minutes.

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