THOMPSON-NICOLA REGIONAL DISTRICT
BOARD OF DIRECTORS' WORKSHOP
September 7, 2007
AGENDA
Time: 9:00 a.m. Place: TNRD Board Room 4th Floor, 465 Victoria St. Kamloops, BC
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1. BOARDROOM REVISIONS (a) Impact of Incorporation/Census Verbal Report from Chief Administrative Office .
2. COMMUNITY TO COMMUNITY FORUM 2-19 (a) Community to Community Forum - 2007 Report from Chief Administrative Officer dated August 31, 2007 attached .
3. KAMLOOPS PROVINCIAL WINTER FAIR 20-36 (a) Kamloops Provincial Fair-Financial Support Report from Deputy Clerk/Manager of Community Services dated August 31, 2007 attached.
4. IMPACT OF INCORPORATION ON POLICING 37 (a) Police Services Report from Clerk/Director of Community Services dated August 31, 2007 attached .
5. ADMINISTRATION FEES (a) General discussion on Administration Charges Verbal Report from Director of Finance.
6. OTHER 7. ADJOURNMENT:
Page 1 of 37 MEMORANDUM
TO: Board of Directors August 31,2007
FROM: Chief Administrative Officer
SUBJECT: Community to Community Forum - 2007
Backaround
The Board of Directors, at its Regular Meeting of May 24, 2007, directed staff to submit an application to UBCM for funding assistance for the organization of a Regional Community to Community Forum. UBCM has approved the application, in principle, subject to confirmation of intent to participate from the proposed participants (see attached). Discussion on the details of the proposed forum has been referred to the workshop.
The TNRD has hosted one previous Community to Community Forum in Kamloops on November 17, 2004, with the Shuswap Nation Tribal Council, and participated in two more localized forums (North Thompson Valley) hosted by the North Thompson Indian Band (Simpcw) in 2003 and 2007. Member municipalities have also hosted and/or participated in their own local forums from time to time.
Discussion
th The application proposed a forum in Kamloops on Friday, October 26 , 2007, with attendance from the Lillooet Tribal Council, Nicola Tribal Association, Fraser Thompson Indian Services Society, Shuswap Nation Tribal Council and two Independent Bands (Little Shuswap and Lytton). Area MLAs would also be invited. A total of 50 attendees were estimated in the proposed budget, and a copy of the application is attached. Confirmation that the approach and timing is supported by the Board would be appropriate to continue event planning.
Issues
At the previous forum with the Shuswap Nation, a commitment was made to work together on a variety of issues, starting with a Protocol Agreement to be signed by both parties. This agreement was never finalized and remains outstanding. It is likely that this issue will be a topic of discussion. Other possible topics include:
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• Kamloops Indian Band's Specific Claim (Douglas Reserve) • Sun Peaks Incorporation • Alternate Route to Sun Peaks • Adams River Heritage Designation • SLiPP (Shuswap Lake) • Lytton area fire protection/emergency response • Development applications/consultation • 911 • Solid Waste • Ashcroft Ranch Landfill
It is expected that the major part of the meeting will be devoted to discussing the need to develop a stronger working relationship based on mutual understanding and respect. Specific issues are not likely to be resolved, however, Directors may wish to suggest topics for consideration on the agenda.
Direction
Unless directed otherwise, staff will continue with the organization of the Community to Community Forum as laid out in this memo and the application submitted to UBCM.
GREG S. TOMA, MCIP Chief Administrative Officer
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List of Attachments:
• UBCM letter RE: Regional Community to Community Forum Funding dated July 24, 2007 • First Nations Summit and UBCM Community to Community Forums Application Form • TNRD and Shuswap Nation Tribal Council Community to Community Forum Final Report dated November 17,2004
Page 3 of 37 Community to Community Forum - 2007 July 24, 2007
Ms. Agnese Saat, Grants Coordinator Thompson-Nicola Regional District 300 465 Victoria Street KanUoops, Be,TIC 2A9
RE: REGIONALCOMMUNITYTO COMMUNIn'FORUM FuNDING
I'IRSTNAnoNS SUHMIT Pear Ms. Saat,.
on behalf of UBCM'i; First Nations Relations Committee, I am pleased to advise you that your request for $4,000.00 for the Thompson-Nicola. Community to Regional District's Community to Community Forum has been ap,proved Community Forum in principle pending receipt ofoutsfanding items.
Our records indicate 1hat yoil have tentatively set the date of your event Admlnlstratiol1 provided for October 21, 2007. However, to date, we have not received confirmation by UBCM and Arst of intent to participate in this event from the Lillooet Tribal Council, Nicola Nations Summit Tribal Association, Fraser Thompson Indian services Society, Shuswap Nation Tribal Council or from the two independent bands that have been invited. funding provided by the Ministry of Community Upon satisfadary receipt of these outstanc1i:ng items your application will Services and Indian and be eligible for final approval and 50% of. the grant win be released. The Northern Affalrs Canada ' ~ainder of the grant will be available a.£terthe event is completed and a (Be Region) final report and financial SWIUna1j'has been received.
I would like to congratulate you for responding to this opportunity to Please dire'ct all build relations with neighbouring First Nations andlor local governments correspondence to:
Munidpal House 545 Superior St H you have any questions, please feel free to contact me at UBCM' 5 Victoria, Be, vav 1T7 Victoria office at (250) 356-5134 or [email protected]. Phol1e: (250) 356-5134 Sincerely, Fax: (250) 356"5119
~ Danyta Welch Policy & Program Officer
BofD A"8rm. - . 'pagEr"223"'u"'f"'2"~---fJ,,":.••,""'!07 UBCMdated J Iy 24,2007 Re: Regional Community to Commun .... \ "-\'-0 Page 4 of 37 Community to Community Forum - 2007 First Nations Summit &. UBCM Community to Community Forums B~:OFUNI~ II COLOMBIAr Fax: (250) 356-51:19 MUNICIPAUTIES Mail: 545 Superior Street, Victoria, Be, vav iT7 FIRST NATIONS SUMMIT E-mail: [email protected]
APPLICATION FORM
Please complete and return this form by June 1.5, 2007 for forums to be held before December 31, 2007. Thank you in advance for your cooperation. Questions? Contact Danyta Welch at UBCM at [email protected] or (250) 356-5134.
Please type directly in this form or print and complete. Use additional space or pages wherever required.
Applicant: Thompson-Nicola Regional District Mailing Address: 300 465 Victoria Street
Contact person: Agnese Saat Position: Grants Coordinator
Phone: 250 377 7065 E-mail: [email protected]
1. DESCRIPTION (preliminary description of event. If mOre than one event is proposed a rationale for multiple events and a description of each should be included)
The TNRD proposes to facilitate a forum with invitees that would include representation from local Tribal Councils, independent Bands and all Board members.
All participating bodies will be invited to make a brief presentation introducing themselves and their organization and outline their concerns on a regional and local level. The afternoon will be spent brainstorming collaborative approaches to potential solutions to identified concerns.
2. OBJECTIVES (e.g. what you hope to achieve)
1) To open the lines of communication and establish the groundwork for continued dialogue and cooperation between First Nations and local government.
2) To identify issues that may be of mutual concern.
3) to promote effective problem solving of identified concerns.
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3. PROPOSED PARTICIPANTS (please attach an additional page if required)
~ First Nation(s): Lillooet Tribal Council, Nicola Tribal Assocation, Fraser Thompson Indian Services Society, Shuswap Nation Tribal Council and two independent Bands
~ Local Government(s): TNRD Board which includes representation from ten electoral areas and eight member municipalities
~ Other Participants: Area MLAs.
4. PROPOSED DATE(S) (please note: funding will not be advanced until date is set)
October 26, 2007
5. INTENDED OUTCOMES & DELIVERABLES (e.g. plans for future meeting dates, projects for future joint action/collaboration, next steps)
1) Establishment of contacts and communication lines between the First Nation and local government representatives.
2) Establishment of commitment from all parties towards future forums on a yearly basis.
3) Identification of common and individual concerns and the commitment from all parties to work collectively towards supportive resolutions.
6. COMMUNICATION PLANS. Each proposal must identify which of the following strategies will be utilized to meet the Community to Community Forum Program communication requirement:
~ Report at meeting of full band council, municipal council and/or regional district board. ~ Posting of event materials on respective websites and UBCM website. ~ Release of news release and/or reports to the media. D Other:
7. CONFIRMATION OF PARTNERS.
Piease attach confirmation. Confirmation that the elected leaders of all groups have agreed to be involved in the planned Community to Community Forum is required. This can be in the form of a letter and need not be a council resolution. Confirmations can be submitted after the application, but are needed in order for funds to be released.
8. BUDGET. Amount of Request: $2,000
Please review the 'Additional Information on Budgets' in Section 4 of the Application Guidelines and submit a budget in the same format as the sample budget in AppendiX A. Attach the comoleted budaet to this aoolication.
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9. REPEAT APPLICANTS ONLY. Repeat applicants must include all the information required by first time applicants (sections 1 - 7 above) as well as the following information:
Date of Last Forum: November 17, 2004
Progress: Improvements in the First Nation - local government relationship since previOUS event and how the proposed event would build on the results of the previous event.
Participants at the previous forum included the representatives from the Shuswap Nation Tribal Council, City of Kamloops, Village of Chase and the whole TNRD Board of Directors.
The outcome of the meeting included the commitment to draft a protocal agreement between the Tribal Council and local government to addressrespective roles, communication and criteria surrounding future meetings. Also anticipated were the continued communications and future meetings
Lines of communication were established and continue to be of value to date. All members have worked collectively in addressing common goals (i.e. second road to Sun Peaks).
Please send comDleted aDDlication form and all reauired attachments as an e-mail attachment to Danyta Welch at [email protected].
Please send both a WORD and PDF version of the application package and note "RC2C Forum Program Application" in the subject header.
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Expenses:
Facility Rental $ 250.00 Morning and afternoon refreshments $ 500.00 Lunch (50 attendees @ $25.00 per person) $ 1,250.00 Mileage expenses for out of town attendees $ 1,500.00 Miscellaneous expenses (copying etc.) .$ 500.00 Total $ 4,000.00
Revenue:
UBCM funding request $ 2,000.00 In kind contribution of staff time and other administrative services $ 1,000.00 TNRD cash contribution .$ 1.000.00 Total $ 4,000.00
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First Nations Local Government
Lillooet Tribal Council Thompson-Nicola Regional - Ts'kw'aylaxw First Nation District (Pavillion) - Village of Ashcroft Village of Cache Creek Nicola Tribal Assocation Village of Chase - Coldwater Indian Band Village of Clinton Cook's Ferry Indian Band City of Kamloops Lower Nicola Indian Band District of Logan Lake Nicomen Indian Band Village of Lytton Nooaitch First Nation City of Merritt Shackan Indian Band Electoral Area "A" (Wells Gray Siska Indian Band Country Upper Nicola Indian Band Electoral Area "B" (Thompson Headwaters Nlaka'Pamux Nation Electoral Area "E" (Bonaparte (Fraser Thompson Indian Services Plateau) Society) Electoral Area "I" (Blue Sky - Ashcroft Indian Band Country) Boothroyd Indian Band Electoral Area "J" (Copper - Kanaka Bar Indian Band Desert Country) - Oregon Jack Creek Indian Electoral Area "L" Band Electoral Area "M" - Skuppah Indian Band Electoral Area "N" Electoral Area "0" (Lower Shuswap Nation Tribal Council North Thompson) - Adams Lake Indian Band Electoral Area "P" (Rivers and Bonaparte Indian Band the Peaks) High Bar Indian Band Kamloops Indian Band Neskonlith Indian Band MLAs Simpcw First Nation Skeetchestn Indian Band - Claude Richmond, Kamloops Whispering Pines/Clinton - Kevin Krueger, Kamloops - Indian Band North Thompson - Harry Lali, Yale - Lillooet Independent Indian Band - George Abbott, Shuswap - Little Shuswap Band - Charlie Wyse, Cariboo South - Lytton Indian Band
Page 9 of 37 Community to Community Forum - 2007 THOMPSON-NICOLA REGIONAL DISTRICT & SHUSWAP NATION TRIBAL COUNCIL
COMMUNITY TO COMMUNITY FORUM FINAL REPORT
Thursdav. November 17.2004
FORUM OBJECTIVES:
Although several topics were on the agenda for discussion, the main objective of the forum was to establish communication and develop relationships between members of the Shuswap Nation Tribal Council and other local governments in our region. It was agreed that both the Shuswap Nation Tribal Council and the TNRD have issues of mutual concern and there is a desire to work together in the future to address these issues.
PARTICIPANTS:
Thompson-Nicola Reaional District/Citv of Kamloops:
Chair John, Village of Cache Creek (Mayor) Director Andy Anderson, Village of Ashcroft (Mayor) Director Harry Danyluk, Village of Chase (Mayor) Director Roland Stanke, Village of Clinton (Mayor) Director Mel Rothenburger. City of Kamloops (Mayor) Director Joe Leong, City of Kamloops Director Peter Sharp, City of Kamloops Director Ella Brown, District of Logan Lake (Mayor) Director David Laird, City of Merritt (Mayor) Director Bert Walker, Electoral Area "A" Director Stephen Quinn, Electoral Area "B" Director Sally Watson, Electoral Area "E" Director Barry Tait, Electoral Area "I" Director Ronaye Elliott, Electoral Area "J" Alternate Director Ingo Meierhofer, Electoral Area "L" Director Joe Post, Electoral Area "M" Director Mike Rose, Electoral Area "N" Director Bill Kershaw, Electoral Area "0" Director Fred Sawada, Electoral Area "P" Mr. John Smith, Chief Administrative Officer, TNRD Mr. Randy Diehl, Chief Administrative Officer, City of Kamloops Mr. Jim McBride, Clerk/Director of Community Services Mr. Sukh Gill, Director of Finance Mr. Greg Toma, Director of Development Services Ms. Liz Cornwell, Administrative Assistant/Deputy Clerk
Villaae of Chase:
Councillor Greg Holitzki Councillor Dora MacQuarrie Councillor Vic Skjeie Chris Coates, Chief Administrative Officer
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Shuswap Nation Tribal Council Members:
Chair Nathan Matthew, Chief of the North Thompson Indian Band and Ch••ir of the Shuswap Nation Tribal Council Chief Felix Arnouse, Little Shuswap Indian Band Councillor Charlie Andrew, Adams Lake Indian Band Nelson Leon, Adams Lake Indian Band Councillar Gina Johnny, Adams Lake Indian Band Councillor George Casimir, Kamloops Indian Band Vicki Manuel, Kamloops Indian Band Chief Arthur Anthony, Neskonlith Indian Band Councillor Gary Wiens, Neskonlith Indian Band Councillor Stan Felix, Spallumcheen Indian Band Chief Eddy Jules, Skeetchestn Indian Band Mr. B. Moody, Administrator, Shuswap Nation Tribal Council Chief Richard Le Bourdais, Whispering Pines Indian Band
Provincial Govemment:
Kevin Krueger, MLA, Kamloops-North Thompson
PRESS:
Tim Peeling, CFJC TV Cam Fortems, Kamloops Daily News Susan Evans, Sun Peaks Independent News
ISSUES DISCUSSED:
Issues discussed included the history of the Shuswap Nation Tribal Council and their position on aboriginal rights and title, and the role of the TNRD. Although there were several issues identified on the agenda for discussion, there was only sufficient time to discuss the matter of a protocol agreement and an alternate road to Sun Peaks. The TNRD circulated a folder of information on various TNRD services along with a map of the region, and the SNTC distributed a booklet entitled "The Shuswap - One People with One Mind, One Hear and One SpiriF along with a map of the Secwepemc traditional territory. Minutes were also recorded at the forum.
OUTCOME:
It is anticipated that as a result of the forum, the relationship between SNTC and TNRD will continue to evolve and that regular meetings will be held to find ways of moving forward on issues of mutual concern.
Forum participants agreed that a protocol agreement is to be drafted over the next 3 months to be considered by both parties, to address understanding of each others roles, communication, and criteria surrounding future meetings to address issues of mutual concern such as those that were on the forum agenda.
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FINANCIAL SUMMARY:
50 handouts - photocopying and binding charges 588.53 Room and flipchart rentals 125.85 Morning coffee break and hot lunch for 50 1454.88
In-Kind Contributions (Staff)
Preparation/arrangements for forum $31.00 X 15 hours 465.00 Set up hall (3 staff - $31.00 X 1 hour, $51.00 X 2 hours) 133.00 TNRD Info Package - material 100.00 - labour (31.00 X 4 hours) 124.00
TOTAL EXPENDITURES 2991.26
ATTACHMENTS
1. Agenda 2. Minutes 3. TNRD folder with handouts 4. SNTC booklet 5. Newspaper articles - Kamloops Daily News, November 18, 2004 "Protocol to guide region on native affairs' - The Clearwater Times, November 22, 2004 "First Nations seek cooperative pact with TNRD Board" - Kamloops This Week, November 19, 2004 - "Native protocol welcome" - "Sun Peaks road stilt a contentious issue"
6. Photographs from event
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COMMUNITY TO COMMUNITY FORUM
Thursdav. November 17. 2004
MINUTES of a Community-to-Community Forum held at the Executive Inn, Kamloops, BC on Thursday, November 17, 2004, commencing at 9:00 a.m.
PRESENT:
Thompson-Nicola Regional District:
Chair P.A.J. Ranta Village of Cache Creek Director MA Anderson Village of Ashcroft Director H. Danyluk Village of Chase Director R. Stanke Village of Clinton Director M. Rothenburger City of Kamloops Director J. Leong City of Kamloops Director P.G. Sharp City of Kamloops Director E. Brown District of Logan Lake Director C. O'Connor Village of Lytton Director D. Laird City of Merritt Director A.G. Walker Electoral Area" A" Director S.P. Quinn Electoral Area "8" Director S. Watson Electoral Area "E" Director B. Tait Electoral Area "I" Director R. H. Elliott Electoral Area" J" Director I. Meierhofer (Altemate) Electoral Area "L" Director J. Post Electoral Area "M" Director M.C. Rose Electoral Area "N" DirectorWT.A. Kershaw Electoral Area "0" Director F. Sawada Electoral Area "P"
Mr. J.E. Smith, Chief Administrative Officer Mr. J.R. McBride, Clerk/Director of Community Services Mr. S. Gill, Director of Finance Mr. G. Toma, Director of Development Services Ms. L. Cornwell, Administrative Assistant/Deputy Clerk
City of Kamloops
Mr. R. Diehl, Chief Administrative Officer
Village of Chase
Councillor G. Holitzki Councillor D. MacQuarrie Councillor V. Skjeie Mr. C. Coates, Chief Administrative Officer
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Shuswap Nation Tribal Council
Chair N. Matthew Chief North Thompson Indian Band Chief F. Arnouse Little Shuswap Indian Band Councillor C. Andrew Adams Lake Indian Band N. Leon Adams Lake Indian Band Councillor G. Johnny Adams Lake Indian Band Councillor G. Casimir Kamloops Indian Band V. Manuel Kamloops Indian Band Chief A. Anthony Neskonlith Indian Band Councillor G. Wiens Neskonlith Indian Band Councillor S. Felix Spallumcheen Indian Band Chief E. Jules Skeetchestn Indian Band Chief R. Le Bourdais Whispering Pines Indian Band
Mr. B. Moody, Administrator, Shuswap Nation Tribal Council
Provincial Government
Mr. K. Krueger, MLA, Kamloops - North Thompson
PRESS:
T. Peeling - CFJC TV C. Fortems - Kamloops Daily News S. Evans - Sun Peaks Independent News
1. WELCOMING ADDRESSES:
(a) TNRD Chair John Ranta
Chair Ranta welcomed all those present and commented that the first Community-to- Community forum was held in Vancouver in 1997 and out of that forum came the idea that similar locally focused forums would be beneficial to identify issues of mutual concern and find mechanisms to work together, to leave the world a better place.
(b) Chief Nathan Matthew. Shuswap Nation Tribal Council Chairman
Chief Matthew commented that he hoped this would be the start of a good relationship, advising that we have not taken the opportunity in the past several years to get together and hoped the forum would establish a better understanding of one another's interests, areas of jurisdiction and that those present could deal with issues in a respectfUl way. Chief Matthew advised that he expected this would be the first of a number of sessions we can plan together.
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2. OPENING PRAYER:
Chief Arnouse led words of thanks to the Creator in the Shuswap language.
3. OVERVIEW OF FORUM - ProDosed Aaenda:
Chief Matthew referred those present to the agenda and advised that it is anticipated the issues on the agenda can be prioritized in order to take action together, and develop a better understanding of each other or take action in a particular area.
4. OPENING REMARKS:
Introductions were made throughout the room.
MLA Kevin Krueger commented that it was a pleasure to attend and he is looking forward to moving through issues in a way that brings hope and prosperity.
Chair Ranta commented that all of us, especially in smaller communities in the region, have a personal relationship with native bands throughout the regional district. Participants at this forum can draw on relationships and find areas of common ground. The TNRD recognizes there are longstanding issues between First Nations and the federal, provincial and local levels of government; however, it is hoped forum participants can focus on issues where we can move forward and work together for the betterment of us all. Chair Ranta advised that in the absence of a treaty settlement, he is hopeful that the forum can find areas to work together that do not necessarily require resolution of all grievances, and did not feel that all participants have a full understanding of the nature of the issues that seem almost unresolvable between First Nations and the federal government. He commented that perhaps we can work with First Nations to foster a better understanding between senior levels of government and First Nations.
TNRD Background
Chair Ranta advised that from a physical perspective, the TNRD includes approximately 120,000 people and is 45,000 square kilometers in area. The TNRD has been designated as the local government to adjudicate requests for zoning changes, land use decisions resulting in opportunities for economic development, and building. The provincial government has given the TNRD a box we work within under which the TNRD operates; this also means the TNRD is limited as to its authority under provincial legislation.
Mr. John Smith, TNRD Chief Administrative Officer advised that the TNRD is a product of the provincial government and has legislative authority through the Local Government Act, letters patent and bylaws. The TNRD must get assent of the people to provide services in the region and represents the interests of people through Directors and requesting the provincial government to take action. The TNRD has no role in the treaty negotiation process but can assist in fostering senior levels of government to take First Nations concerns to heart.
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Shuswap Nation Tribal Council Background
Chief Matthew advised that the Shuswap Nation Tribal Council is made up of representatives from nine Indian Bands which is either the Chief of the Indian Band or their designate. The membership of the SNTC has varied oVer time and the Shuswap Band near Invermere, BC is considering joining the SNTC. The SNTC structure includes a forestry division and a planning unit. The planning unit is currently working on aboriginal title and rights resolution. The Shuswap Fisheries Committee operates in the North-Thompson watershed and is involved with assessment and planning around fisheries. The SNTC also has a family and child services agency and a cultural education society.
The SNTC established an economic development corporation following the 2003 wildfires and will be looking at various economic development ventures.
The history of the SNTC is part of a political movement. After the federal department of Indian Affairs removed themselves from the picture, responsibility devolved to Indian Bands for services and they supported a Tribal Council initiative, although there was some support from Indian Affairs to provide revenue for services. From a political perspective, the SNTC believes that First Nations people have an inherent right to title, rights and ideas, and self-governance. A great amount of energy is directed to dealing with the provincial and federal government.
First Nations - Aboriginal Rights and Title to Lands
First Nations want to govern themselves in a way they see fit, and believe that aboriginal title and rights predate colonialism, based on the fact that First Nations were here first as an organized society, with their own language. First Nations have gone through colonialism, and Confederation and in that process there was a loss of recognition that First Nations are not significant as a governing group and have no right to title. The assumption was made that explorers had all rights to land and the British stated by proclaiming Confederation that jurisdiction of land could be divided between the federal and provincial governments. The reserve system was subsequently established in the 1870's and 1880's. The Chief and Council structure was established and after completing a census, the federal government gave the Shuswap people numbers. In the 1900's, it was generally accepted by the federal and provincial governments that this was the way it should be. The expectation was that First Nations would be assimilated into the general population, but that did not happen. When human rights issues arose through World War 1 and World War 2 through identification of cultural groups around the world, governments began recognizing indigenous people had rights.
In the 1960's, First Nations started challenging governments rights to land through the Supreme Court. A federal land claim process was established in the 1970's. The process was so slow that in the 1980's, it was decided that a "hurry up" treaty process Would be established, which was abandoned in the early 1990's. None of the SNTC members in TNRD boundaries are in the existing BC Treaty process. The Supreme Court began giving more weight to the rights of aboriginal people with regard to ownership, access and use of traditional lands in the 1980's and 1990's.
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In 1982, the Constitution of Canada was repatriated and recognized existing aboriginal title and land rights in Canada. First Nations have not been able to resolve self- governance issues to date. These issues appear very broad to the TNRD but they are fundamental to the SNTC. Based on history and Supreme Court decisions, First Nations are building their case for recognition of title and rights to their lands. The SNTC's main role is to deal in an organized fashion with how our lands and resources will be governed, and is building awareness with the public and in our own communities about their role.
On question, Chief Matthew advised that under the Indian Act, it is the responsibility of band councils to look after local governance issues on their respective reserves. Currently, band councils are responsible for reserve lands, health, education, housing, economic development, community infrastructure, roads, and water systems. Reserves are owned by the federal government, and the Indian Bands in the SNTC are not interested in obtaining fee-simple title to reserve lands as reserve lands are so tiny and are therefore not economically or culturally sustainable for their people. The SNTC wants recognition of right and title to all lands within their territories.
Recognition of right and title to all lands within their territories would involve establishing another type of title - not crown grant or fee simple lands. Title would be granted over lands forever and would not be exchanged for any kind of benefit. Anyone who purchased land would be encumbered by a notice of aboriginal title on the title to that property. Another type of title to recognize aboriginal title to lands could involve the establishment of another level of government to pay taxes to. First Nations believe this is feasible as the Courts have said that the federal and provincial governments have justifiable infringements on First Nations title and rights to lands.
Chief Le Bourdais noted that First Nations and governments will have to negotiate for compensation for loss of use of traditional lands. First Nations do not want privately owned land, although there may be private land with special spiritual and/or cultural relevance that First Nations want returned to them, but it is anticipated that government would compensate the private landowner appropriately.
BC Treaty Commission Process
Discussion occurred regarding the current BC Treaty negotiations process, a 6-step process of negotiations that is fairly costly and the Commission has a limited mandate to make agreements. Chief Matthew commented that those areas where there have been agreements in principle between governments and First Nations have resulted in First Nations groups obtaining very small pieces of land for the benefits exchanged; the money and benefits offered do not sufficiently reflect current aboriginal title and rights.
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5. ISSUES AND CONCERNS:
(a) Alternate Road to Sun Peaks
Chair Ranta noted that during the 2003 summer wildfires, it became apparent there should be another evacuation route from the Sun Peaks Resort other than the existing road. The proposal for an alternate road to Sun Peaks became a component of the TNRD report "A Route to Recovery", a road that would provide economic development and tourism benefits to the area as well as being an additional evacuation route. The TNRD has had discussions with the provincial government and has submitted an application for a federaVprovincial infrastructure grant to cover a portion of the estimated 12 to 18 million dollars cost to construct the road.
Chief Arnouse advised that the Little Shuswap Indian Band is interested in establishing a second route through the Village of Chase, and in the past 6 months the Band has met with Sun Peaks Resort Corporation and representatives from the Ministry of Transportation and have agreed that this route may be feasible.
(b) Protocol Aareement
Chief Le Bouradias commented that before considering this issue, the SNTC and TNRD should be developing a protocol agreement so scheduled meetings can be arranged to address issues such as an alternate route to Sun Peaks. The protocol agreement could provide for the ability for individual First Nations groups and individual Directors to establish their oWn individual working relationships.
Chief Matthew noted that other issues the SNTC would like to meet with the TNRD about include emergency planning, growth management planning, and lakeshore development; however, a protocol should be established first wherein we have a mutual understanding of each other's roles. The SNTC wants to work with the TNRD based on a foundation of mutual respect. If the SNTC sees the benefit of working with the TNRD, it is well worth their efforts to communication and work together in complemintary ways.
Director Rothenburger commented that he agreed with Chief Le Bourdais and that a concept of the protocol and what it would achieve should be developed and a structure and means of regular communication to discuss issues should be created.
Chief Anthony advised that the Neskonlith Indian Band is not interested in discussing issues and concerns until a protocl agreement is in place and a relationship has been established. The Band needs to understand what the TNRD is and what it stands for. The issue of an alternate road to Sun Peaks is volatile in his community.
Councillor Stan Felix of the Spallumcheen Indian Band advised that he came to the forum as an observer to see how the SNTC and TNRD would resolve issues on the agenda. The Spallumcheen Indian Band will be holding forums with the CSRD and NORD, and he agrees that a working protocol is the best way to start.
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Consideration was given to including the Nicola Valley Tribal Association (NVTA) in the protocol agreement; however, it was decided that as the SNTC has no involvement with the NVTA, the current focus should be on relationships and communication between the TNRD and SNTC.
Chief Matthew advised that there are some areas that are difficult such as development within their traditional territory, and the degree to which we can succeed will be determined by agreement and respect for each other.
Councillor George Casimir stated that he spoke on behalf of the Kamloops Indian Band and that they have enjoyed years of meetings with the TNRD. Our issues and challenges are so similar, and the Band would be willing to assist in any way and/or have our own agreement in place.
It was agreed that the agreement not refer to aboriginal rights and title.
6. OTHER ISSUES:
Chief Le Bourdais advised that the Whispering Pines Indian Band will be deferring discussion of the issue of a bridge over the North Thompson River with the TNRD until the bridge is complete. The Band has other issues within their specific area they wish to address.
7. NEXT STEPS:
It was the consensus of the group that staff from the TNRD and the SNTC draft a protocol agreement over the following 3 months to be considered by both parties, to address understanding of each others roles, communication, and criteria surrounding future meetings.
8. CLOSING REMARKS:
Chair Ranta commented that he is optimistic that as a result of this forum, the TNRD and the SNTC can work together on a broader range of issues, and the TNRD looks forward to an ongoing relationship with the SNTC. Chair Ranta thanked the SNTC for their participation.
Chief Matthew commented that although the political players may change, the institutions we represent will be here for a long time. We both seek a way of life that is secure, safe, comfortable and sustainable. We see our future as bright and we wish to live in this world in a good way and leave our children a better world. The SNTC wants to be part of the solution to negative human relationships. It gives us hope and comfort to talk to the TNRD and others regarding how we can create a better world today.
9 ADJOURNMENT:
The forum adjourned at 11:50 a.m.
Page 19 of 37 Community to Community Forum - 2007 MEMORANDUM
TO: Chief Administrative Officer August 31,2007
FROM: Deputy Clerk/Manager of Community Services
SUBJECT: Kamloops Provincial Winter Fair - Financial Support
Backaround:
In response to requests for financial support from the Kamloops Provincial Winter Fair Committee, the Board of Directors resolved to provide $5,000.00 ($500.00 from each of the ten individual electoral area recreation budgets) to the Kamloops Provincial Winter Fair Committee in 2006 and 2007. The 2007 funding was in the form of an "Advertising and Sponsorship Proposal" at the "Diamond" level.
At the June 28, 2007 regular meeting, the Board of Directors asked that consideration of prOViding an annual financial contribution to the Kamloops Provincial Winter Fair Committee be a topic of discussion at the fall workshop.
Discussion:
Should Directors wish to pursue a grant-in-aid service to provide an annual financial contribution to the Kamloops Provincial Winter Fair Committee, the following issues should be considered:
1. Thompson-Nicola Reaional District Policies Related to Grants a) Grants Policy The policy (amended March 4, 2004) states the TNRD does not prOVide grant funding but individuals and organizations can request a waiver of policy. b) Grants-in-aid - Community Groups Financial Reporting Requirements Policy The policy (effective date June 8, 2006) states the financial reporting requirements for community groups and/or organizations that receive grants-in-aid from the TNRD .
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2. Potential Service Participants Participants in the service may include: (a) Electoral areas only; (b) Electoral areas and all member municipalities except the City of Kamloops. (c) The entire TNRD (region wide service);
3. Annual Financial Contribution Level Consideration should be given to: (a) Annual amount to be provided - continue with $5,000 or ?; (b) How much each participant is willing to contribute.
If a service was established for the purpose of providing an annual grant-in-aid sample tax requisition and associated taxation rates are listed below for reference only:
Sample Taxation rates' Sample Per $100,000.00 residential assessment Tax Requisition Region Wide Except Electoral Areas Only Region Wide City of Kamloops $5,000.00 $0.10 $0.08 $0.03 $10,000.00 $0.20 $0.15 $0.06 $25,000.00 $0.50 $0.36 $0.15 $50,000.00 $1.00 $0.73 $0.30 $100,000.00 $2.00 $1.45 $0.60 'Taxation rates are based on the residential assessed value of land and improvements.
Should the Board of Directors wish to proceed with the service, it is suggested that elector assent be obtained through the alternative approval process. Although the petition process or referendum process could be used to obtain elector assent, both processes are more costly and are time consuming compared to the alternative approval process.
Attached for your reference is additional background material related to the Kamloops Provincial Winter Fair:
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• Extract from the minutes of the September 7, 2006 Board of Directors' meeting concerning the 2006 funding request.;
• TNRD Grants Policy; • TNRD Grants-In-aid - Community Groups Financial Reporting Requirements; • The Kamloops Provincial Winter Fair 2007 Request Documents; • A brief history of the Kamloops Provincial Winter Fair from their website; and • A brief history of fairs from the British Columbia Association of Agricultural Fairs and Exhibitions' website.
Direction from the Board is respectfully requested.
Respectfully submitted,
ftJt/ LIZ CORNWELL Deputy Clerk/Manager of Community Services
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Page 22 of 37 Kamloops Provincial Fair-Financial Support EXTRACT FROM THE MINUTES OF A MEETING OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE THOMPSON NICOLA REGIONAL DISTRICT HELD ON THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 7, 2006
KamlooDs 5S'" Provincial Wurter Fair
Moved by Director Elliott Seconded by Director Walker
That the Board of Directors accepts the recpmmendatlon of the Electoral.Area Directors that each of the ten Electoral Areas contribute $500.00 from their individual electoral area reCreation bUdgets to the ~Ioops 68'" Provincial Wiltter Fair; and further that Electoral Area "L" contribute an additional maximum $1,000.00 on behalf ofthose electoral areas without funds In their recreation budgets.
CARRIED Unanimously
Page 206 of 224 Kamloops 69th Annual Provincial Winter Fair dated March 25, n. Page 23 of 37 Kamloops Provincial Fair-Financial Support THOMPSON-NICOLA REGIONAL DISTRICT • POLICY
POLICY TITLE: MISCELLANEOUS SUB: GRANTS
Effective Date Amendment
AprtI6,1998 March 4, 2004
Policy Statement:
THAT policy be established that the Thompson-Nicola Regional District does not provide grant funding from the Regional District as a whole;
AND FURTHER THAT individuals and organizations requesting funding be advised by staff that the Thompson-Nicola Regional District does not provide grants;
AND FURTHER THAT, upon request, individuals and organizations be permitted to • appear before the Board of Directors to request a waiver of policy.
• Page 1 of 1 Policy No. 5.6
Page 24 of 37 Kamloops Provincial Fair-Financial Support THOMPSON-NICOLA REGIONAL DISTRICT • POLICY POLICY TITLE: MISCELLANEOUS SUB: GRANTS-IN·AlD • COMMUNITY GROUPS FINANCIAL REPORTING REQUIREMENTS
Effective Date Amendment Date: June 8, 2006
POlicy Statement:
WHEREAS the Regional District deems it more appropriate and desirable to provide Grants-in-Aid to Community groups and/or organizations in order that they may provide a local service by taxing the property owners in an identified service area;
AND WHEREAS the service area property owners are expecting the funds provided to the Community groups and/or organizations are being spent for the intended service for which they are taxed and the Regional District wishes to provide that assurance;
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that Community groups and/or organizations that are the recipients of Grants-in-Aid shall be required to proVide, annually, the • following:
1. On or before September 15, a written request signed by the President (Chair) and/or Treasurer adVising of the Grant-in-Aid request for the subsequent calendar year and confirmation of the intended purpose for the expenditure of the said funds; said request to also identify, where possible, a Five Year Financial Plan of the Community Group and/or organization,
2. Evidence that the Community group and/or organization is registered and in good standing with the Provincial Registrar of Companies, and
3. The submission Of Revenue and Expenditure Statements for the immediate preceding fiscal year clearly indicating that the Grant-in-Aid has been spent for the intended service for which it has been taxed.
AND FURTHER THAT the Regional District, at its sole discretion, may ask the Community Group and/or organization to undertake an independent audit of the Financial Records and/or provide those documents to a designated representative of the Regional District for review. • Page 1 of 1 Policy No. 5.13
Page 25 of 37 Kamloops Provincial Fair-Financial Support KAMLOOPS 69TH ANNUAL PROVINCIAL WINTER FAIR 2006 WINNER "AGRICULTURE ACHIEVEMENT OF THE YEAR" September 21,22 and 23, 2007 LIVE AUCTION SEPTEMBER 24, 2007 AU events take place on "Sagebrush Downs", Kamloops 485 Mount Paul Ce/JtCr Wrry, ICcunloops.B.C. V2H 08'" anoil [email protected] or Fox: 250-828-0836
March 25, 20.07
Dear Sir or Madam:
Enclosed is an opportunity for you to support the 4-H program while promoting your corporation with a high profile advertising campaign.
This portfolio, fronted with our 2007 Spring Catalogue Cover, promises many fun events and competitions for everyone in the Thompson Nicola area. Several packages inside the portfolio describe levelS of participation; one of these packages will fit your organization and is likely to be of interest to you.
We beUeve this Is a wonderful opportunity for you to support a worthwhile 4-H and youth event while using your advertising dollars to promote your business at the same time.
We need your support. My card is enclosed, please contact me if you need more information.
Yours truly,
~ Bernie Jensen Chairman, Static Events
BolD Agenda-:roW' 2 ,,0 7 '""'~pnmad.hrlD.erfair.toPJ· Page 205o~ o~ Kamloops 69th Anm!lU~I¥M!I'W",*" .ftIjifo~MaI'dAb!MJi,ol)!. Page 26 of 37 Kamloops Provincial Fair-Financial Support PROVINCIAL WINTER FAIR
2006 WINNER "AGIUCULTURE ACHIEVEMENT OF THE YEAR" www.Drovincialwinterfair.cDm , [email protected] 2007 SPRING CATALOGUE SEPTEMBER 21,22,23 Beef sheep horses dogs rabbits II••no",sIImore HaDExhibits - Displays - Entertainment Friday 9:30 am to 6 pm Saturday 9:30 am to 6 pm Sunday 9:30 am to 4 pm SEPTEMBER 24 LIVE AUCTION 4-H Beef and Lambs Buyer's Breakfast
PURITY FEED CO. (1994) LTD 471.0kanagan Way, Kamloops BC V2H 1G7 Phone: 250-372-2233 - Fax: 251J,372~282 "Serving The Interior With QU;;Ility Products Since 1947" Sponsors of "Grow and Show the Largest Pumpkin at Provincial Winter Fair 2007" Purity Feeds will provide free pumpkin seeds to all com.petitors upon registration. Use the Exhibit Entry Form Sagebrush Downs inside this catalogue. See the "Special 485 Mount Paul Center Way Competition" Section for more details. Kamloops Page 207 of 224 Kamloops 69th Annual Provincial Winter Fair dated March 25, ... Page 27 of 37 Kamloops Provincial Fair-Financial Support PROVINCIAL WINTER FAIR GOLD SPONSORSHIP
o vour company name WIllsponsor radio spots every SEPTEMBER 21 - 24, 2007 day for one WBekon two local radio statiOns;72 advertising spots Intotal o Your company WInbe named as a Gold Sponsor In a ADVERl'ISING AND SPON$dRSHIP local newspaper PROPOSAL o Your company name end any supproedpromotional material WIllbe announced several times • day by the MOWring announcers In September o Your sponsorship includes Booth Space for your promotional material for ihe duration of the fair In DIAMOND SPONSORSHIP September 2007 o Vou may dl$play your sign or banner at the fair grounds IIroughot4 the fair in Seplember 2007 o Vour compa!1)'name will sponsor radiOspots every o A banner size sdVeIIisenient with your 1181118WIllbe day for ana week on two local radio t;1etions;72 printed In the 2007 Spring Event and _ CaI1i1Iogue sdver1i&ingspots In total • A banner•.•••••advertisement will be printed In ihe FIi/11 o Vour company wl1lbe named as a Diamond Spon$Or &enIB Cat8Jogue 'n a IocaIIJeW$paper • Vour name will appear sa a sponsor of. livestock .0 Your company name and any supplied promotional cI_ material WInbe announced several times a day by the o HI "In Apprecia1ion"plaque acknowledging your show ring announcens in September. sponso""'ip WIDbe presented to you at our Opening o Your sponsorship Includes Booth Space for your Ceremony and pan!de promotional material for the duration of the fair in September 2007. Silver Sponsorship o Vou may display your sign or banner at the fair grounds throughout the fair SepM1ber 2007 o A banner•.•••••advertisement with your name wiDbe o Vour company name will sponsor radio spots for One printed in the 2007 Spting Event and _ CalakJgue _ on two radio ate!ions; 72 advertisirlg spots In o Your full page advertisement wDlbe printed In the total 2007 FaR EvenIB Cafa/ogUe o Vour compenywill be named as a 51'- Sponsor In a o Vour name WIllappear as a sponsor of two II\/estock newspaper adveIIIs8ment classes. o Vour company name and any supproedpromotional o HI "In Appn!ciaIion" plaque acI , Registration D[amond Sponsorship $5,000.00 Platinum Sponsorship $3,000.00 Gold Sponsorship $1,750.00 Silver Sponsorship $1,250.00 Bronze Sponsorship $ 750.00 Contact NamQ: Company Name: Address: City: Postal Code: Phone fl.: To take advantage of our Spring Event and Prize Catalogue advertising offer, your registration must be received by April 16, 2007. Radio advertising will begin May 1, 2007. Send your registration with cheque payable to Provincial Winter Fair: Provincial Winter Fair Committee Clo Kamloops exhibition Association 485 Mount Paul Center Way Kamloops BC V2H DAB Sponsorship committed by: (AuthorizedSponsor signature) Page 209 of 224 Kamloops 69th Annual Provincial Winter Fair dated March 25, ... Page 29 of 37 Kamloops Provincial Fair-Financial Support About the Provincial Winter Fair, an Agricultural Fall Fair in Kamloops, BC, Canada Page 1 of2 Provincial Winter Fair Winners - 2006 Agricultural Achievement of the Year Award September 21st, 22nd, &: 23rd, 2007 About the Provincial Winter Agricultural Fair "•.~ .. --.•. - •.. About 4H LivestockAuction SDDnsors ~ Links Home The following are for participants and contain rules and entry forms Hall Exhibits Craft Fair Commercial Booths Food Booths Livestock Volunteers About Provincial Winter Fair was first held In November at Memorial Arena In the Fair Kamloops. The fair's second home was on Lorne Street for a number of years; the next location was Mount Paul Center. Timing of the fair was changed to October, and in later years to September. Reasons for the time change were important considerations. Warmer weather meant the public Contact would come and take part in the fair. Further, Provincial Winter Fair has a large 4-H contingency and school for the members is an important consideration. These later years make use of a Teacher Professional Development Day and the young members don't miss another day of school. People ask why we keep the name "Provincial Winter Fair" when Schedule the fair is held in September. Our answer is always because that's the original name. Visitors might not know it's the same fair they have been coming to for years if the name changes to Provincial Fall Fair. Management of the fair was the City of Kamloops until a few years ago. Location The Kamloops Exhibition Assodation took over their own affairs and the administration of Provincial Winter Fair. For more than 30 years, the Provincial Winter Fair (PWF) has taken Email the Fair place at the Kamloops Exhibition Association (KXA) fadllty on the Kamloops Indian Reserve under the sponsorship of the City of Kamloops. Three years ago, the City's lease expired and was not renewed. The KXA committee reached a lease agreement with the Kamloops Indian Band (KIB) on a section of the grounds known as Sagebrush Downs. The balance of the grounds remained with the KIB and is known today as the Mt. Paul centre. In 2006, the main building, (Mt. Paul Center), which our fair had used as a barn and show rings was leased out to another long-term tenant. The facilities that had housed a major portion of our fair for the past 30 years Sagebrush were no longer available. Downs The transition 48S Mount Paul As a result of this change, the 2006 PWF had to make a transition to the Center Way remaining portion of the KXA lease. The beef projects were relocated to an See Location Map old horse barn and once some adjustments and renovations were completed, It worked well to house all of the beef projects. Exhibitors rose to the occasion and stall competitions took place. The beef show ring was moved to another barn which had formerly housed the rabbit exhibits, who, in turn, moved to spare horse stalls. The rabbits were very happy in their new home. Page 30 of 37 Kamloops Provincial Fair-Financial Support http://www.provincialwinterfair.com/winter-fair.html 8/29/2007 About the Provincial Winter Fair, an Agricultural Fall Fair in Kamloops, BC, Canada Page 20f2 The sheep were moved to a temporary facility first and fortunately, the weather was great as show preparations took place without cover. The committee has now bought a Coverall building to house the sheep show ring and spectator stands. Spectators really enjoy the new sheep competition setup. See how nice the sheep section looks? It's has a "fair" feeling about it. Fair visitors enjoyed mingling with the animals, so much to see and do. New, open, wash-racks were built, and areas were paved for clipping chutes and some walkways. We rented the auditorium for the craft fair, home exhibits, and banquet, and hold the buyers' breakfast under a permanent tent facility. The camping area was moved to the centre of the race track. The dogs were moved from their previous location to accommodate the buyer's breakfast. riley seemed to enjoy their new iocation. The public had a good view of all the dog events. The Uamas were fortunate to stay in the location they know. Their spot is especially good for the type of competition they do. The public enjoys a very dose iook at these animals. The Outcome: Many fairgoers and exhibitors commented on the doser, "country fair" feeling of the PWF in its new incarnation. We are grateful for the hard work of our volunteers and the generosity of our sponsors, particularly the Kamloops Exhibition Assodation committee members who gave their time, equipment and many hours to prepare the grounds for us. The City of Kamloops, Thompson Nicola Regionai District and L.D.S. Diamond Drilling Ltd. also came through for us in a big way. Our transition year was challenging, yet very rewarding. We have plans in the works to make a bigger and better country fair for the people of Kamloops, and it's visitors, in 2007. This Year: Opening ceremonies for the 69th Annual Provindal Winter Fair will be Thursday, September 20, 2007, at 6:30 pm. Display buildings, food court, and livestock dasses will open at 9:00 am. Friday September 21 and run untii September 23, 2007. The finale will be a live auction of market beef and lambs on September 24, 2007, beginning with a Buyer's Breakfast at 7:30 am; the auction begins at 9:00 am. On-site and live artistic demonstrations for public enjoyment include creating with ieather, cooking with inspiration, garden art instruction, and demonstrating the uses of sheep, llama and alpaca fibers. Provincial Winter Fair endeavors to involve the community in many ways. Children from the age of three are encouraged to use their imagination by experimenting in the basic arts such as drawing, coiouring, and painting. Adults are encouraged to show their skills In original arts with the same type of art classes, adding pottery, linocuts, porcelain and fabric painting. Amateur photographers are invited to display their work in 15 classes in that category and two extra dasses have been created to challenge them further. Quilting, wool and fibre weaving, spinning, knitting, crocheting and specialty stitch work aii contribute to the community talent pool. These are beautiful and creative works of art. As our fair grows in popularity, we attract more participatiOn by the community. "unnnuu" un"""" ."""" """U""~""U"" Built and maintained by MSR Weh DesiPII at Meadow Springs Rancb Page 31 of 37 Kamloops Provincial Fair-Financial Support http://www.provincialwinterfair.cQm/winter- fair.htrnl 8/29/2007 BC Fairs Page 1 of 1 ~ I Newsletter I Objectives On January 31, 1910 the Department of Agriculture organized "The Provincial Agricultural Fairs Association" which was Incorporated in 1921. The first agricultural fair was held October 1861 In Victoria. There is something for everyone to enjoy at a fair: • Livestock competitions, • displays, static exhibits, • leisure arts, • 4-H and youth activities, • entertainment and many other innovative programs which makes each fair unique. As more people move from rural to urban environments, fairs and exhibitions are in the strategic position to continue and enhance their work of educating and promoting agriculture awareness. In excess of 1.6 million people crowd our grounds each year and we, as agriculture's goodwill ambassadors must further educate them on the importance of the agricultural industry to our economy. The Association today The B.C. Association of Agricultural Fairs and Exhibitions is a non-profit organization. Our principal role is to provide leadership in the growth and development of the British Columbia agricuiture fair industry and to respond to the needs of its members. BCAAFEdelivers programs and services that advance and benefit members towards their long-term success. About BCAAFE • 1861 - the first agricultural fair was held in Victoria, BC • 1920 - the department of agriculture organized the provincial agricultural fairs association, incorporated in 1921 • 1989 - BCAAFEnegotiated with government to increase grants to fairs and exhibitions • 1992 - BCAAFEestablished a fuli time office • 1998 - the BC Ministry of Agriculture turned the administration of the grant system over to BCAAFE • 2001 - Funding to fairs & exhibitions and the association ceased • 2003 - Operational funding was received by the association • 2005 - Funding to association and partial funding to fairs and exhibitions was restored • 2005 - partial funding to the association and fairs and exhibitions was restored • 2006 - funding to the association and fairs and exhibitions was increased • 2007 - Government funding continued Home I About us [ Fair Schedule I Membership [ Resources I Officers I Contact us Terms of usel e·$~vfcesTHC Page 32 of 37 Kamloops Provincial Fair-Financial Support http://www.bcfairs.calaboutus/aboutus.htm 8/29/2007 REGIONS NORtHERN BelJa CooIlIFlII Fair BUlkleYVaileYExhibitIOn(Slrither.) (IUC\fJJl.aIee Fall Fair Dawson (_k Exhloition Associ. ion Fort Fr_r Fill Fair I ItiskatinawFail Fair ~ordAgrifair l.akes Distric~.Fair Association (Burns l.1Ike) AIde'll'Ol'l! •••. lcuJtt.ral Association Necllako Vaileyexhibition (Vanderhoof) AgJlsSizFJdIFair NorthPe.e Fall Fair (Fort St.John) Braclcel'ld.aIIIfall fair ~ Prir10eGaO'lt Exhllition ellllllwack _bltjon 1l RobsOl>ValleyFail Fair eIDVer"'~OIl!o.~i~~IOII .. ~, _na VaI"'rFd hir(Terrace) Pacific N.lona! ~IOn(Val\COUYer} • Tlell Fall Far P_II RIm'FdfFalr IfdNoS~::··;""'···~-,~,',:_fTm€Y~)}~iJ:~~ijim1l E AIbe";;' DistrictF~1 F4Ii;" Ashcroft & Distric~ Fall Fair Arr_ni~h Agricullurd Auoc. (Coombs) ltootenayl.akeAgricultt.ral Fall FAt (Crawrcrd Bay) Cobb'" Hill Fair CrestOl>VjI\leyfail Fair C«no!( Valleyexhibition AlSOc.(tourcenay) Grand Forks Ii District fail Fair Cllli'lchan ExhIblllon (Dtn:an) ~PrO¥mdalynnmrFair l.1IIItonFail Fair K_nayeountry Fair (Cranbrook) """~ leIlIIIdFall Fair Ullocet iii DistrIct Fall Fair Mt. Waddi~ Regl'ot1a1fall Fair Nicola VaI"'y Fall Fair (Merritl) Pender Island.tFall Fair Nord! Tho",,$On Fall Fair Ii Rodeo (Barriere) Saanich fair (Saanich Peninsua) Pass creek Regionai hhibitlon (e astlegar) Salt sprl~ Island Fail Fair Peachland Fall Fair VanGOUYtrIsland Exhibition (Nanaimo) PrInceton a Distri« Fall Fair OJesnel Agricultural iii Exnbilion Association Rock Creek iii Boundary Fair Assodation Rossland FallF iii, Salmon Armfal, SIx'nmiorlandFall Fair The Interior Prorindal Exhlbllion (Armstrong) Williams lalit Harftst Fair Page 33 of 37 Kamloops Provincial Fair-Financial Support BC Fairs Page 1of3 m See our !I!.QQ for fair regions. August August 2 - 6, 2007 - ABBOTSFORDAGRIFAIR Contact: Pamela Brenner (604) 852-6674 August 5, 2007 - TLELL FALL FAIR Contact: Douglas - Mark Louis (250) 559-8975 August 8 - 12, 2007 - DAWSON CREEK EXHIBITION Contact: Connie Patterson (250) 219-0791 August 9 - 12, 2007 - CHILUWACK EXHIBIT!.O_t',! Contact: Tim Dixon (604) 824-8191 August 9 - 12, 2007 - PRINCE GEOR.GEEX!jl~JTION Contact: Terri McConnachle (250) 563-4096 August 11 & 12, 2007 - COOMBS FAIR Contact: Janet Boley (250) 752-9757 August 17 - 19, 2007 - NECHAKO VALLEY Ex.HIBmON (Vanderhoof) Contact: Shelley Funk (250) 567-0824 August 17 - 19, 2007 - KISKATINAW FALL FAIR Contact: Charlene Lineham (250) 219-1271 August 17 - 19, 2007- VANCOUVERISLAND EXHIBrnQN (Nanalmo) Contact: Stephen Kass (250) 758-3247 August 18, 2007 - MAYNEISLAND FALL FAIR Contact: Joanna Weeks (250) 539-5286 August 18 & 19, 2007 - NORTH PEACEFALL FAIR (Fort St. John) Contact: Eleanor Steffensen (250) 261-4899 August 18 - September 3, 2007 - PACIFIC NATtQ.!\lAJ.!;Kt!UmIQN (Vancouver) Contact: Mike McDaniel (604) 253-2311 August 23 - 26, 2007 - BULKLEYVALLEY EXHIBmON (Smithers) Contact: Cindy Mensies (250) 847-3816 August 25, 2007 - COBBLE HILLFALL FAIR Contact: Ian Christison (250) 743-2453 August 25, 2007 - PENDERISLAND FALL FAIR Contact: Ellen Willingharn (250) 629-6700 August 25 & 26, 2007 - <;;OMOXVALLEY E;2iliIIDW..N. (Courtenay) Contact: Leah Hryko (250) 338-8177 Page 34 of 37 Kamloops Provincial Fair-Financial Support http://www.bcfairs.calFairschedule/fairschedule.htm 8/29/2007 BC Fairs Page2 00 September August 29 - September 2,2007 - INTERIQR .PRQVINC.IAI..EXHI~mQN &. STAMPEDE(Armstrong) Contact: Mark Dibblee (250) 546-9406 September 1& 2, 2007 - NICOLA VALLEY FAI.l. FAIR (Merritt) Contact: Katherine Reimer (250) 378-5925 September 1& 2, 2007 - QUESNEl. AGRICULTURAl. EXHIBITION Contact: Grant Knauf (250) 992-2590 September 1 - 3, 2007 - NQBli::LII:!O.MPSO!'J!'81.1.!'.I!.IR~ RODEQ (Barriere) Contact: Jill Hayward (250) 672-0055 September 1 - 3, 2007 - SA,II,NIC!ifAIR (Saanich Peninsula) Contact: Rob MacGregor (250) 652-3314 September 6 - 8, 2007 - CRESTONVALLEY FALL !'AIR Contact: Randy Meyer (250) 250-428-7013 September 6 - 9, 2007 - ALBERNI DISTRICT FAI.l. !'AIR Contact: Ann Siddall (250) 723"9313 September 7- 9, 2007 - COWIQiAN EXHIBITION (Duncan) Contact: Michelle Harrington (250) 748-0822 September 7 - 9, 2007 - LAKES DISTRICT FAI.L FAIR (Burns Lake) Contact: Bernadette Peebles (250) 695"6594 September 7 - 9, 2007 - SUMMERLANDEXHIBITION ASSOCIATION Contact: Judy McLaughlin (250) 494-4190 September 7 - 9, 2007 - SALMON ARM !'AIR Contact: Leahann Mohle (250) 832-0442 September 8, 2007 - LILLOOET &. DISTRICT FALL FAIR Contact: Debbie Phillips (250) 256-7827 September 8 & 9, 2007 - GRAND FORKS &. DISTRICT FALL FAIR Contact: Irene Perepolkin (250) 442-3817 September 8 & 9, 2007 - PEACHLANDFALL FAIR Contact: Wilma MacKinnon (250) 767-2218 September 8 & 9, 2007 - ROSSLAND FALL FAIR Contact: Margaret LaFond (250) 362-5221 September 8 & 9, 2007 - PRINCETON &. DISTRICT FALL FAIR Contact: Linda Allison (250) 295-6574 September 8 & 9, 2007 - SOOKE FALL FAIR Contact: Ida McDonald (250) 642-4110 September 8 & 9, 2007 - WILLIAMS LAKE HARVEST FAIR Contact: Nancy Thompson (250) 398-8406 September 9, 2007 - KOOTENAYCOUNTRYFAIR (Fort Steele) Contact: Ronda Wood (250) 489-4201 Page 35 of 37 Kamloops Provincial Fair-Financial Support http://www.bcfairs.ca/Fairschedule/fairschedul\J.htm 8/29/2007 BC Fairs Page 3 of3 September 14 & 15, 2007 - AGASSIZ FALL FAIR & CORN f'1;.S_TlVAL Contact: Rita Bruneski (604) 796-3246 September 15,2007 - KOOTENAY LAKE AGRICULTURAL FALL FAIR (Crawford Bay) Contact: Lorna Robin 250-225"3333 September 15 & 16, 2007 - LUXTON FALL FAIR Contact: Larry West (250) 478-2759 September 15 & 16, 2007 - ROCK CREEK &~_O!,!NI;>ABYEAIB Contact: Greg MacDonald (250) 446-2189 September 15 & 16, 2007 - SALT SPRING ISLAND FALL FAIR Contact: Rick Vipond (250) 537-4755 September 21 - 24, 2007 - PROVINCIAL WINTER FAIR (Kamloops) Contact: Lynda Krupp (250) 456-7730 September 22 & 23, 2007 - PASS CREEK REGIONAL EXHIBmON (Castlegar) Contact: Irene Hill (250) 365-7593 September 23, 2007 - POWELL RIVER FALL FAIR Contact: Julie Bellian (604) 483-4923 Home !About us I Fair Schedule I Membership 1 Resources 1 Offic.ers [contact us T~rmsof Use I e·Servfces TMC Page 36 of 37 Kamloops Provincial Fair-Financial Support http://www.bcfairs.calFairschedule/fairschedule.htm 8/29/2007 MEMORANDUM TO: Chief Administrative Officer August 31, 2007 FROM: Clerk I Director of Community Services SUBJECT: Police Services Backaround: On June 16, 2007 the communities of Barriere and Clearwater voted for incorporation. At the June 28, 2007 regular meeting, the Board of Directors discussed policing in rural areas and concerns were raised on the impact of the incorporations on the delivery of RCMP services. This issue was referred to a future Board of Directors' Workshop. Discussion: Initial discussions have been held with RCMP personnel to discuss the impact of the incorporations of Barriere and Clearwater on RCMP service levels within the affected rural areas. Due to summer vacation schedules, key RCMP personnel are not available to attend the September 7, 2007 Board of Directors' workshop; however, the RCMP are willing to attend a future meeting to discuss the issue in greater detail. Based on our discussion, the RCMP Wish to advise that incorporation should have no measurable impact on the delivery of service to residents of the areas. Specifically they indicated that: • The RCMP anticipate existing levels of service will be maintained; • Incorporation may provide more leverage to lobby for and secure additional policing resources for the areas; and • The RCMP will remain open to working with both the rural areas and the new municipalities to examine and adjust community policing priorities and resource allocations. ~- fvy Lyle R. Huntley / Clerk I Director of Community Services IIh Page 37 of 37 Police Services