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Rick Hansen revisits Williams Lake high school where he graduated

Rick Hansen revisits Williams Lake high school where he graduated

Hansen spent an emotional morning connecting with students, reconnecting with past coach.

Reaching to achieve Canada’s values

Canada Day, on Saturday, July 1, will have plenty of festivities, special events and fireworks displays to mark the country’s 156th birthday.
How much do you really know about Canada?

How much do you really know about Canada?

There is a lot to celebrate about Canada as the nation marks its 156th birthday on July 1.
NT Fall Fair grounds hosted the 2023 Kamloops Lil Britches Rodeo

NT Fall Fair grounds hosted the 2023 Kamloops Lil Britches Rodeo

A lineup of young cowboys and cowgirls are shown watching fellow competitors making their runs in the pole bending competition during last weekend’s Kamloops Little Britches Rodeo held at the North Thompson Fall Fair and Rodeo facility in Barriere. The two-day event was an undeniable success as youngsters and their families gathered to compete, visit, and celebrate the ‘cowboy way’. (Photo by: Jill Hayward)
Caring hearts holding online auction in support of Clearwater Humane Society

Caring hearts holding online auction in support of Clearwater Humane Society

Online Auction raising funds for veterinary care for the Clearwater Humane Society
Colourful BSS Grad Parade full of personality

Colourful BSS Grad Parade full of personality

Barriere Secondary School Graduation weekend parade was full of personality, fun and character - perfect for family and friends photo opps.
Special Olympian Ryan Kealey of Clearwater wins Gold in Berlin

Special Olympian Ryan Kealey of Clearwater wins Gold in Berlin

Documentary Film maker and District of Clearwater Councillor Ken Matheson is moved beyond words at the close of the Special Olympics in Berlin Germany. Matheson travelled to Berlin to film 27-year-old Ryan Kealey from Clearwater during the power-lifting events throughout the games. Matheson will be using all the film obtained for his upcoming documentary called ‘Beyond the Weights’, a personal journey of Ryan’s life and the challenges he’s faced along the way.
Conserve our water, celebrate Canada Day and don’t forget to pay your taxes

Conserve our water, celebrate Canada Day and don’t forget to pay your taxes

District of Barriere Mayor and Council Update
North Thompson Museum and Archives hires students for tours

North Thompson Museum and Archives hires students for tours

The Barriere and District Heritage Society will be hiring two students to assist them over the summer this year. Interviews are taking place now and the Museum will be opening for the season on July 4th.
Barriere Secondary Report for June 23

Barriere Secondary Report for June 23

During final full week of classes students were engaged in final projects, exams and graduation assessments. Classes continued to participate in the ParticipAction community challenge as they spent some time outside, when weather permitted.