October 30, 2012 - News Leader
INDIAN BAND WANTS GREATER ROLE
At a recent meeting of Similkameen Valley Planning Society (SVPS), representatives of Lower Similkameen Indian Band (LSIB) requested a greater role in the ongoing watershed study. SVPS is a Similkameen Valley organization involving municipal governments, Regional District Directors and both Upper and Lower Similkameen Indian Bands. SVPS has undertaken a water resources sustainability study which has been worked on for approximately two years. LSIB made a presentation showing the ways in which the Indian Band could assist in the study, and asked for an opportunity to participate in the work in a larger capacity. Their input was welcomed and approval given.
COUNCIL SAYS 'NO' TO GREYHOUND
At the October 15 Town Council meeting, Council responded to a letter from Greyhound Bus Lines. The bus company was asking for comments regarding a reduction in the number of bus trips to southern British Columbia on Highway 3. Although the bus company was most interested in a reduction of service to Rock Creek, Council was opposed to any reduction of service. Councillor Kim Maynard proposed the motion stating Council’s position and it received unanimous support.
COUNCIL AWARDS WEIGH SCALE CONTRACT
A contract to install a weigh scale at Princeton’s landfill was awarded to Grgich Contracting of Princeton, which tendered the lowest bid of $32,838. Other bidders were Empirica Infrastructure of North Vancouver at $69,664 and Wildstone Construction and Engineering Ltd. of Penticton at with a bid totalling $92,960. Weigh scales are required under Ministry of Environment legislation. The project involves installing about 25 cubic meters of concrete, electrical service, access ramps, lock blocks and a microphone. The Town has already purchased the weigh scale. The Town does not anticipate any extra closure days at the landfill as the work is expected to be done during the days when the landfill is regularly closed.
At a recent meeting of Similkameen Valley Planning Society (SVPS), representatives of Lower Similkameen Indian Band (LSIB) requested a greater role in the ongoing watershed study. SVPS is a Similkameen Valley organization involving municipal governments, Regional District Directors and both Upper and Lower Similkameen Indian Bands. SVPS has undertaken a water resources sustainability study which has been worked on for approximately two years. LSIB made a presentation showing the ways in which the Indian Band could assist in the study, and asked for an opportunity to participate in the work in a larger capacity. Their input was welcomed and approval given.
COUNCIL SAYS 'NO' TO GREYHOUND
At the October 15 Town Council meeting, Council responded to a letter from Greyhound Bus Lines. The bus company was asking for comments regarding a reduction in the number of bus trips to southern British Columbia on Highway 3. Although the bus company was most interested in a reduction of service to Rock Creek, Council was opposed to any reduction of service. Councillor Kim Maynard proposed the motion stating Council’s position and it received unanimous support.
COUNCIL AWARDS WEIGH SCALE CONTRACT
A contract to install a weigh scale at Princeton’s landfill was awarded to Grgich Contracting of Princeton, which tendered the lowest bid of $32,838. Other bidders were Empirica Infrastructure of North Vancouver at $69,664 and Wildstone Construction and Engineering Ltd. of Penticton at with a bid totalling $92,960. Weigh scales are required under Ministry of Environment legislation. The project involves installing about 25 cubic meters of concrete, electrical service, access ramps, lock blocks and a microphone. The Town has already purchased the weigh scale. The Town does not anticipate any extra closure days at the landfill as the work is expected to be done during the days when the landfill is regularly closed.
Town Councillor Plugs Into Electric Ride!
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Town of Princeton Councillor Kim Maynard stopped by the News Leader office last week to show us his recently purchased electric vehicle. He says he’s wanted one since they were available and is excited about the concept. “I truly believe this is the way of the future,” Maynard said. We’re sure his is one of the first electric cars in Princeton.
Posse Season Has Ups And Downs!
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From left, Princeton Posse's top guns Eric Kubis, Kaleb Boyle and Lane Erickson. The trio currently lead the team in points following a 2-0 week. The team went 0-2 the previous weekend. Erickson is on top with 10 goals and 10 assists. Kubis has 8 goals and 12 assists with Boyle one point behind with 8 goals and 11 assists.
October 23, 2012 - News Leader
COUNCIL WILL LOOK AT ENERGY STRATEGY
Town Council received a letter from Band Together BC asking Council to endorse a clean energy strategy being promoted by the group. Band Together BC has been touring the province to discuss how people feel about renewable energy and shared with them the Tides Canada recommendations found in A Vision for a New Energy Strategy. The energy strategy can be viewed at tidesCanada.org/energynewenergy Council did not make a decision but stated they would review the information. While on tour, Band Together BC heard people discuss their concerns about making their own communities more resilient, expanding local food production, investing in renewable energy systems and increasing community capacity to offer affordable housing and social services.
MAYOR ATTENDS KEY MEETINGS
Mayor Frank Armitage welcomed the Minister of Health to a meeting with local citizens involved in efforts to prevent any reduction of health services in the Princeton area. Princeton’s Town Council had met with the Minister at the September annual convention of the Union of BC Municipalities. At that time, the Minister heard the concerns of the community and promised to come to Princeton and meet with people who have been promoting better health services for Princeton. Mayor Armitage was pleased to have the Minister arrive in Princeton so soon after the convention, and said he believes the Minister understands Princeton’s issues. Mayor Armitage praised the efforts of the Save Our Hospital group, who have volunteered to work on finding a solution to Princeton’s health care problems. Councillor Jason Earle commented that the public should not panic if there is no ER service at a particular time. “If you become ill, phone 911. Contact the ambulance service. Let the health care system work for you.” A meeting at Princeton Co-Gen was another unusual gathering which the mayor was specifically requested to attend. The mayor of a Japanese city, along with three companions from Japan, had come to Co-Gen to study how wood pellet fuel is manufactured. Mayor Armitage told Council he had a pleasant meeting with them, and the mayors exchanged small gifts. Mayor Armitage received two small replica dolls and he gave the Japanese visitors Princeton coffee mugs.
Town Council received a letter from Band Together BC asking Council to endorse a clean energy strategy being promoted by the group. Band Together BC has been touring the province to discuss how people feel about renewable energy and shared with them the Tides Canada recommendations found in A Vision for a New Energy Strategy. The energy strategy can be viewed at tidesCanada.org/energynewenergy Council did not make a decision but stated they would review the information. While on tour, Band Together BC heard people discuss their concerns about making their own communities more resilient, expanding local food production, investing in renewable energy systems and increasing community capacity to offer affordable housing and social services.
MAYOR ATTENDS KEY MEETINGS
Mayor Frank Armitage welcomed the Minister of Health to a meeting with local citizens involved in efforts to prevent any reduction of health services in the Princeton area. Princeton’s Town Council had met with the Minister at the September annual convention of the Union of BC Municipalities. At that time, the Minister heard the concerns of the community and promised to come to Princeton and meet with people who have been promoting better health services for Princeton. Mayor Armitage was pleased to have the Minister arrive in Princeton so soon after the convention, and said he believes the Minister understands Princeton’s issues. Mayor Armitage praised the efforts of the Save Our Hospital group, who have volunteered to work on finding a solution to Princeton’s health care problems. Councillor Jason Earle commented that the public should not panic if there is no ER service at a particular time. “If you become ill, phone 911. Contact the ambulance service. Let the health care system work for you.” A meeting at Princeton Co-Gen was another unusual gathering which the mayor was specifically requested to attend. The mayor of a Japanese city, along with three companions from Japan, had come to Co-Gen to study how wood pellet fuel is manufactured. Mayor Armitage told Council he had a pleasant meeting with them, and the mayors exchanged small gifts. Mayor Armitage received two small replica dolls and he gave the Japanese visitors Princeton coffee mugs.
Zigzag Bill Climbs!
Photo: Brenda Engel
Town Council voted on October 15 to spend an additional $48,000 on the zigzag project. The project has been delayed for a number of reasons, beginning with a need to have a boundary survey done. A problem arose with lighting, as Fortis does not allow private fixtures to be attached to their existing poles. A new pole must be installed, and solar lighting was recommended. A further problem was the discovery of a storm drain which spilled over the hill. Now a storm drain to the bottom of the hill must be installed. There are a number of other unanticipated expenses such as additional fencing and an additional step, as well as additional engineering costs due to the drainage problem. The total cost of the project now will be $252,857 to replace a trail damaged when a pick-up truck rolled down the trail two years ago and tore out handrails.
Similkameen's First Snowfall!
October 16, 2012 - News Leader
WOMAN FACES PROBATION
Katelin Lafleur, age 22, of Princeton, appeared in Provincial Court on October 11 to plead guilty to charges of break and enter of a local business. On August 25 and 27, she entered the premises and was able to steal $20 on the first occasion, nothing on the second break-in. She claimed she had no food at home, and used the money to buy food. She and her
common-law husband are both unemployed. She had no criminal history. Judge Smith ordered a conditional discharge, with probation and a number of conditions.
OCTOBER IS COMMUNITY LIVING MONTH
by Lynn Pelly, Executive Director
Princeton & District Community Services
Community Living month celebrates the full and inclusive lives of persons with developmental disabilities and focuses on their many impressive abilities. These enthusiastic and involved community members are proud to be contributing members of our community. They are active, interested and loyal residents, sharing neighborhoods, employment opportunities and recreational choices with other community members. Community Living promotes the rights of all individuals to live in welcoming communities; communities where everyone belongs and enjoys the same opportunities. Princeton is a welcoming community and we wish to acknowledge and thank those community members who make a special effort to include and enjoy the people we support. Inclusion and acceptance reap great rewards for everyone. Our vision is one of acceptance and understanding – acceptance of the uniqueness of each individual and understanding of the differences that make people unique. This vision is not exclusive to those we support and is applicable to all members of our community. The participants in our programs have created lovely floral arrangements, accented with community living logos and messages. They have distributed the arrangements to various businesses and sites throughout the community, as a way to celebrate Community Living month and share something beautiful with the community. The arrangements are also symbols of our appreciation to a community that has shown unfailing support for vulnerable individuals and ensured that everyone truly belongs. Our sincere thanks to Pat Taylor for assisting with this special project!
Katelin Lafleur, age 22, of Princeton, appeared in Provincial Court on October 11 to plead guilty to charges of break and enter of a local business. On August 25 and 27, she entered the premises and was able to steal $20 on the first occasion, nothing on the second break-in. She claimed she had no food at home, and used the money to buy food. She and her
common-law husband are both unemployed. She had no criminal history. Judge Smith ordered a conditional discharge, with probation and a number of conditions.
OCTOBER IS COMMUNITY LIVING MONTH
by Lynn Pelly, Executive Director
Princeton & District Community Services
Community Living month celebrates the full and inclusive lives of persons with developmental disabilities and focuses on their many impressive abilities. These enthusiastic and involved community members are proud to be contributing members of our community. They are active, interested and loyal residents, sharing neighborhoods, employment opportunities and recreational choices with other community members. Community Living promotes the rights of all individuals to live in welcoming communities; communities where everyone belongs and enjoys the same opportunities. Princeton is a welcoming community and we wish to acknowledge and thank those community members who make a special effort to include and enjoy the people we support. Inclusion and acceptance reap great rewards for everyone. Our vision is one of acceptance and understanding – acceptance of the uniqueness of each individual and understanding of the differences that make people unique. This vision is not exclusive to those we support and is applicable to all members of our community. The participants in our programs have created lovely floral arrangements, accented with community living logos and messages. They have distributed the arrangements to various businesses and sites throughout the community, as a way to celebrate Community Living month and share something beautiful with the community. The arrangements are also symbols of our appreciation to a community that has shown unfailing support for vulnerable individuals and ensured that everyone truly belongs. Our sincere thanks to Pat Taylor for assisting with this special project!
This Is A Significant Find!
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by W. George Elliott, Owner/Publisher
Similkameen News Leader
Last month Brian Kennelly of Quesnel donated a few volumes of records to the Princeton Museum.
His father, Brendan, was the Government Agent, Gold Commissioner, Mining Recorder in Princeton from 1953 to the early 1970s and in the building he
worked out of on Vermilion Avenue were five hardbound record books dating back to the early 1880s. As there was no secure place to store and preserve these volumes of written history, the senior Kennelly kept them stored with his personal possessions and after his passing were inherited by his son. The records document each and every mining claim recorded during what became known as the Granite Creek Gold Rush. To give you an idea of where these books fit into the puzzle of the history of Princeton here is a short lesson on the history of Princeton:
In 1858 an Englishman named John Fall Allison was a miner who traveled from California to British Columbia seeking his fortune in the Fraser River Gold Rush. By 1860 he was one of close to 100 white miners who wintered in the Similkameen Valley.
Later that year, Allison pre-empted 320 acres at Vermilion Forks (later Prince Town and Princeton) and in doing so became the area’s first white settler. He was appointed Justice of the Peace in 1876 and was the first Gold Commissioner of the newly designated Similkameen Mining District, first mentioned in Ministry of Mines Annual Reports in 1885.
The Similkameen Mining District was established primarily “in response to the Tulameen Gold Rush at the emergent boomtown of Granite Creek.”
When gold was found in the Upper Similkameen River in 1860 it attracted miners from the Fraser River and California who were looking for richer fields to explore which lead to the development of Blackfoot, located about 11-kilometres southwest of Princeton. At the time, 100 miners were there.
The discovery of gold in Granite Creek in 1885 set off a gold rush that saw 900 miners in the area six months later and a year later Granite had a population of 2,000 – the largest city in British Columbia at the time.
That ‘chance’ discovery has always been credited to a prospector by the name of Johnny Chance. Other names connected to Chance and the start of the Granite Creek Gold Rush were E. M. Allison, ‘Wild Goose’ Bill Jenkins and Thomas Curry.
Record #41 in the mining records gifted to Princeton Museum is that very claim with the names listed with their mining certificate numbers: “Thom. Jenkins 20466, J. M. Chance 20465, Thos. Curry 4093, E. M. Allison 20479.” The entry is dated July 8, 1885 and is signed by J. F. Allison.
Record #1 is for a claim two and a half miles above Princeton on the North Fork of the Similkameen River granted to five Chinese miners dated July 28, 1883.
The significance of these original mining records will likely not be realized until the word gets out that they are now housed in Princeton Museum. Expect another gold rush to take off once it becomes common knowledge as historians and more will seek out the volumes of hand-written history. They will explore and seek out details of the history of the area and start a rush of information mining.
Similkameen News Leader
Last month Brian Kennelly of Quesnel donated a few volumes of records to the Princeton Museum.
His father, Brendan, was the Government Agent, Gold Commissioner, Mining Recorder in Princeton from 1953 to the early 1970s and in the building he
worked out of on Vermilion Avenue were five hardbound record books dating back to the early 1880s. As there was no secure place to store and preserve these volumes of written history, the senior Kennelly kept them stored with his personal possessions and after his passing were inherited by his son. The records document each and every mining claim recorded during what became known as the Granite Creek Gold Rush. To give you an idea of where these books fit into the puzzle of the history of Princeton here is a short lesson on the history of Princeton:
In 1858 an Englishman named John Fall Allison was a miner who traveled from California to British Columbia seeking his fortune in the Fraser River Gold Rush. By 1860 he was one of close to 100 white miners who wintered in the Similkameen Valley.
Later that year, Allison pre-empted 320 acres at Vermilion Forks (later Prince Town and Princeton) and in doing so became the area’s first white settler. He was appointed Justice of the Peace in 1876 and was the first Gold Commissioner of the newly designated Similkameen Mining District, first mentioned in Ministry of Mines Annual Reports in 1885.
The Similkameen Mining District was established primarily “in response to the Tulameen Gold Rush at the emergent boomtown of Granite Creek.”
When gold was found in the Upper Similkameen River in 1860 it attracted miners from the Fraser River and California who were looking for richer fields to explore which lead to the development of Blackfoot, located about 11-kilometres southwest of Princeton. At the time, 100 miners were there.
The discovery of gold in Granite Creek in 1885 set off a gold rush that saw 900 miners in the area six months later and a year later Granite had a population of 2,000 – the largest city in British Columbia at the time.
That ‘chance’ discovery has always been credited to a prospector by the name of Johnny Chance. Other names connected to Chance and the start of the Granite Creek Gold Rush were E. M. Allison, ‘Wild Goose’ Bill Jenkins and Thomas Curry.
Record #41 in the mining records gifted to Princeton Museum is that very claim with the names listed with their mining certificate numbers: “Thom. Jenkins 20466, J. M. Chance 20465, Thos. Curry 4093, E. M. Allison 20479.” The entry is dated July 8, 1885 and is signed by J. F. Allison.
Record #1 is for a claim two and a half miles above Princeton on the North Fork of the Similkameen River granted to five Chinese miners dated July 28, 1883.
The significance of these original mining records will likely not be realized until the word gets out that they are now housed in Princeton Museum. Expect another gold rush to take off once it becomes common knowledge as historians and more will seek out the volumes of hand-written history. They will explore and seek out details of the history of the area and start a rush of information mining.
Robin Talks About The Museum!
October 09, 2012 - News Leader
SAVE OUR HOSPITAL COALITION ELECTS BOARD
The Princeton Save Our Hospital Coalition (SOHC) held its first Annual General Meeting on Wednesday, October 3rd. A new Board of Directors was elected which includes Spencer Coyne as President; Ed Staples, Vice president; Nienke Klaver, Secretary; Penny Goodfellow, Treasurer; Chris Goodfellow, Director; and Ole Juul, Director. President Coyne presented the society's proposed Constitution and Bylaws which was approved by the membership. There were three reports given at the meeting. The first was on the society's finances given by President Coyne. The financial statements will be available to the public on the SOHC website: savepgh.ca. Penny Goodfellow accepted the financial documents and will be preparing an updated statement at the next meeting of the SOHC Board of Directors. The second report was on the SOHC Discussion Paper entitled Developing an Improved and Sustainable Health Care Model for Princeton. President Coyne emphasized the importance of the paper and encouraged members to provide feedback. The general public can access the discussion paper at the SOHC website. The third report was on the Rural Health Research Conference that was held on October 2nd and 3rd in Kelowna. Sponsored by the Rural Health Services Research Network, the conference brought together university professors, health care researchers, medical practitioners, and community leaders to discuss how health services and policies can be shaped through research. The conference was attended by Ed Staples and Nienke Klaver who received offers of assistance from researchers at the University of British Columbia, UBC Okanagan, the University of Saskatchewan and Interior Health. The new Board of Directors is eager to continue working with the community of Princeton to find solutions to our health care problems.
LISTINGS JUMP IN SEPTEMBER
Real estate statistics for September released by the South Okanagan Real Estate Board show huge jumps from the same month last year. In Princeton a total of 67 units were listed last month, an increase of 168% from the 25 units listed in September 2011. A total of 8 units were sold last month, a jump of 33% from 6 units sold a year before. The 8 units sold last month were worth a reported $1,532,965, an increase of 10% from the $1,387,300 value of the 6 units sold in September 2011. Comparing the Princeton figures over the first nine months of 2012 to the same period in 2011 there has been an increase of 12% in units listed (451 this year, 402 in 2011) with a decrease of -28% in the number of units sold (68 so far this year, 94 in 2011). On the plus side, the average selling price of units sold so far this year has increased 11% to $256,375 from $231,879 over the same period last year.
The Princeton Save Our Hospital Coalition (SOHC) held its first Annual General Meeting on Wednesday, October 3rd. A new Board of Directors was elected which includes Spencer Coyne as President; Ed Staples, Vice president; Nienke Klaver, Secretary; Penny Goodfellow, Treasurer; Chris Goodfellow, Director; and Ole Juul, Director. President Coyne presented the society's proposed Constitution and Bylaws which was approved by the membership. There were three reports given at the meeting. The first was on the society's finances given by President Coyne. The financial statements will be available to the public on the SOHC website: savepgh.ca. Penny Goodfellow accepted the financial documents and will be preparing an updated statement at the next meeting of the SOHC Board of Directors. The second report was on the SOHC Discussion Paper entitled Developing an Improved and Sustainable Health Care Model for Princeton. President Coyne emphasized the importance of the paper and encouraged members to provide feedback. The general public can access the discussion paper at the SOHC website. The third report was on the Rural Health Research Conference that was held on October 2nd and 3rd in Kelowna. Sponsored by the Rural Health Services Research Network, the conference brought together university professors, health care researchers, medical practitioners, and community leaders to discuss how health services and policies can be shaped through research. The conference was attended by Ed Staples and Nienke Klaver who received offers of assistance from researchers at the University of British Columbia, UBC Okanagan, the University of Saskatchewan and Interior Health. The new Board of Directors is eager to continue working with the community of Princeton to find solutions to our health care problems.
LISTINGS JUMP IN SEPTEMBER
Real estate statistics for September released by the South Okanagan Real Estate Board show huge jumps from the same month last year. In Princeton a total of 67 units were listed last month, an increase of 168% from the 25 units listed in September 2011. A total of 8 units were sold last month, a jump of 33% from 6 units sold a year before. The 8 units sold last month were worth a reported $1,532,965, an increase of 10% from the $1,387,300 value of the 6 units sold in September 2011. Comparing the Princeton figures over the first nine months of 2012 to the same period in 2011 there has been an increase of 12% in units listed (451 this year, 402 in 2011) with a decrease of -28% in the number of units sold (68 so far this year, 94 in 2011). On the plus side, the average selling price of units sold so far this year has increased 11% to $256,375 from $231,879 over the same period last year.
Gena Says 'Thank You!'
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On behalf of all of us at Outbackjacks Horse Rescue I want to say a special ‘Thank You’ to all who made our Giant Flea Market October 6th such a success. Thank you Brenda Engel for the original idea, to Cooper’s Foods for the use of the former Overwaitea building and parking lot, to Pastor Mel Reimer and Princeton Baptist Church for the bouncy kids games, thank you to the live musicians, to all the vendors, thank you to all my wonderful volunteers, to Rob Bett (Cooper’s Foods Manager) and Similkameen News Leader for providing hot dogs, buns, pop and the use of a BBQ, to our clown girl, thank you to everyone who attended and helped us raise close to $2,000. Sorry if I’ve missed someone - thank you for being part of our big event. - Gena Sandli, Outbackjacks Horse Rescue
Meet the Princeton Horse Rescuer!
October 02, 2012 - News Leader
BRIDGE PROJECT BRINGS AWARD
Wood WORKS! BC Community Recognition Awards were presented to local government representatives September 26th at the Union of B.C. Municipalities (UBCM) convention in Victoria. The awards are presented annually to communities that have been exemplary advocates for wood. This may be demonstrated through the specification of wood in a community project and/or through visionary initiatives that work toward building a community culture of wood.
The 2012 recipients are:
AVICC -- Association of Vancouver Island and Coastal Communities: Cowichan Valley Regional District for the Kinsol Trestle, Trans Canada Trail
AKBLG -- Association of Kootenay Boundary Local Governments: District of Elkford for the Elkford Community Conference Centre
NCLGA -- North Central Local Government Association: Village of Telkwa for the Community Stage
SILGA -- Southern Interior Local Government Association: Town of Princeton for the Bridge of Dreams
LMLGA --Lower Mainland Local Government Association: City of Vancouver for the VanDusen Botanical Garden Visitor Centre
"These communities have demonstrated leadership and vision by embracing wood in their local projects, and we congratulate them on the wood design excellence they display," stated Mary Tracey, Executive Director, Wood WORKS! BC. "They have highlighted wood products and systems in an array of project types and applications. They have showcased the strength, beauty and versatility of wood, and have demonstrated how using wood makes projects better, and our communities stronger."
NEW PROJECT AIRS OCTOBER 18
On Thursday, October 18, at 8:00 PM, CBC Television’s The Nature of Things premieres “The Buffalo Wolves,” a documentary about an epic life and death struggle of two amazing species in a stunning landscape, by acclaimed Canadian wildlife filmmaker Jeff Turner. Over the course of a year, Turner
followed and chronicled a pack of wolves in Wood Buffalo National Park, in Northern Canada - the only place in the world where wolves hunt wild buffalo in their natural habitat. The Buffalo Wolves provides rare insight into the hunting practices and family life of these wolves, and examines how they have survived in this ancient wilderness for so long. By using new camera technologies, and applying his 25 years of experience filming wolves, the Tulameen resident was able to get closer to the wolves and observe more details of their life in the wild than ever before. This documentary opens up a window into the world of wild wolves that has rarely been seen before.
Wood WORKS! BC Community Recognition Awards were presented to local government representatives September 26th at the Union of B.C. Municipalities (UBCM) convention in Victoria. The awards are presented annually to communities that have been exemplary advocates for wood. This may be demonstrated through the specification of wood in a community project and/or through visionary initiatives that work toward building a community culture of wood.
The 2012 recipients are:
AVICC -- Association of Vancouver Island and Coastal Communities: Cowichan Valley Regional District for the Kinsol Trestle, Trans Canada Trail
AKBLG -- Association of Kootenay Boundary Local Governments: District of Elkford for the Elkford Community Conference Centre
NCLGA -- North Central Local Government Association: Village of Telkwa for the Community Stage
SILGA -- Southern Interior Local Government Association: Town of Princeton for the Bridge of Dreams
LMLGA --Lower Mainland Local Government Association: City of Vancouver for the VanDusen Botanical Garden Visitor Centre
"These communities have demonstrated leadership and vision by embracing wood in their local projects, and we congratulate them on the wood design excellence they display," stated Mary Tracey, Executive Director, Wood WORKS! BC. "They have highlighted wood products and systems in an array of project types and applications. They have showcased the strength, beauty and versatility of wood, and have demonstrated how using wood makes projects better, and our communities stronger."
NEW PROJECT AIRS OCTOBER 18
On Thursday, October 18, at 8:00 PM, CBC Television’s The Nature of Things premieres “The Buffalo Wolves,” a documentary about an epic life and death struggle of two amazing species in a stunning landscape, by acclaimed Canadian wildlife filmmaker Jeff Turner. Over the course of a year, Turner
followed and chronicled a pack of wolves in Wood Buffalo National Park, in Northern Canada - the only place in the world where wolves hunt wild buffalo in their natural habitat. The Buffalo Wolves provides rare insight into the hunting practices and family life of these wolves, and examines how they have survived in this ancient wilderness for so long. By using new camera technologies, and applying his 25 years of experience filming wolves, the Tulameen resident was able to get closer to the wolves and observe more details of their life in the wild than ever before. This documentary opens up a window into the world of wild wolves that has rarely been seen before.
Test Well Gets The Plug!
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Petrobank and two other companies owned coalbed methane rights in the Princeton Coalfield. From 2001 on, residents of Princeton and the surrounding area, objected to coalbed methane development in the coalfield. The company drilled one well in 2005, and a second was postponed because of local protest in 2008. PetroBakken Energy, a Petrobank company, announced June 30, 2011 it was concluding its coalbed gas evaluation program in the Princeton area. Acomprehensive evaluation of the results of that first well plus an analysis of existing production technologies showed that the appropriate technology does not yet exist to commercially produce natural gas from this reservoir, so they abandoned the Princeton project.On September 29 crews began to seal off the the test well located in a hayfield West of Princeton. In simple terms, a giant ‘plug’ was placed in the well at a depth of 900-metres. Water and another ‘plug’ near the surface will act to remove all evidence of the project in the area.