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Incumbent mayor John Dooley will face a challenge in next month’s election from the reincarnated spirit of the city’s founding mayor. Local theatre impresario Richard Rowberry says he will run on behalf of John Houston — and expects to receive votes despite the fact Houston died more than a century ago. “I am possessed by the ghost of John Houston,� Rowberry says. “He wants to run for mayor and I’m going to help him do it. People can’t vote for a dead man, but they can vote for a live man who is in touch with a dead man.� Rowberry says last year, on the 100th anniversary of Houston’s death, he made a Story continues to ‘Past’ on Page 5
Selkirk College president Angus Graeme (left) helps Shambhala Music Festival organizers Corrine Zawaduk, Jimmy Bundschuh and Anna Bundschuh unveil the Shambhala Music and Performance Hall sign during a gathering at Nelson’s Tenth Street Campus Wednesday afternoon. Bob Hall photo BOB HALL Nelson Star Editor
The Shambhala Music Festival has carved a permanent mark on the community much deeper than the sounds that echo through the Kootenay every August. On Wednesday afternoon at Nelson’s Tenth Street Campus, Selkirk College unveiled its major sponsor
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for the performance and rehearsal space formerly known as Studio 80. With a contribution of $75,000, the Shambhala Music Festival will see its name forever etched into the post secondary music scene. “It’s pretty significant for us,� said Corrine Zawaduk, production manager for the annual festival. “We looked at our five-year plan and where we wanted to position our-
selves for the future. We have a lot more creative ideas we want to do with the festival and we really think that innovation is important. What a great opportunity to link in with an educational institution.� The Shambhala Music Festival has been held on the ranch owned Story continues to ‘Donation’ on Page 17
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A new Front Street business owner is hoping to resolve a long-festering parking issue that has vexed several previous tenants at his location. Niel Doerksen, who this week opened West Kootenay Fire Safety Ltd., says he didn’t realize when he leased the storefront how much trouble he and his prospective customers would have finding a place to park. The closest stalls are on Lake Street, which is metred on one side but free on the other. His store is on the free side, where people often park for long stretches. “Their position is it’s city property, we can park here all day. And they can,� he says. Although some neighbouring businesses have posted signs suggesting the spaces are for customers only, they are mostly unenforceable. Doerksen has written to the city’s traffic committee, suggesting he and his neighbours be allowed to buy or lease the property, similar to a business around the corner. “I have a lot of faith in the process,� he says. “But for a few years now it’s been a contentious issue. That’s one reason a lot of businesses have failed in the corner where I am: there’s no parking.� Priced for a Quick
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that time the city opted to do an inventory of similar situations. “There’s no point doing one-offs, but having said that, this one is definitely front and centre and we need to deal with it,� he says. Dooley confirms leasing is an option under consideration, and probably the one that would work best for the business owners. “Our public works department is working on remedying that situation and accommodating everyone involved,� he says. House and Acreage
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The Nelson Baseball Association stepped up to the plate at Tuesday’s Nelson city council meeting in hopes of seeing work start on upgrades to the baseball diamond at Lions Park, but the association left without an answer on whether work would begin this fall. The council meeting became heated after councillor Deb Kozak introduced a recommendation that the plan for Lions Park be sent to the recreation portfolio for review and recommendation. Kozak said council had only received the plan from the association on October 6 and felt there was not adequate time to review it. “Our parks and our recreational sports facilities deserve proper planning,” said Kozak. “I know we do have the time, and I do sympathize with them.” Councillor Kim Charlesworth agreed with Kozak’s recommendation, but said she would like to see the plan delayed for more than just a month. “During our budget process we had several parks proposals that we would have liked to consider,” said Charlesworth. “We had a fair bit of discussion around the budget and we had to look at which parks to put forward.” Charlesworth said council decided to finish the parks that had been started last year. “I think that this is the kind of thing that needs to be considered under the recreation planning process. I think we should see what comes out of the planning process and see if this is the best place for the facility and the best use of that park.” Councillors Bob Adams and Robin Cherbo, and Mayor John Dooley all emphasized the fact that the associa-
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tion is hoping to begin work on the upgrades this fall. Kozak highlighted that the upgrades include the construction of a new concession and storage building, but the plan doesn’t show where the buildings would be built. Councillor Donna Macdonald also supported Kozak’s recommendation, echoing her concerns about council receiving the plan last week. “It takes several years for us to see what facilities we need and what facilities we can use,” said Macdonald. “It’s not good politics and it’s not good governance for us to move on decisions because of urgency. This is a pretty significant change for the park, and if we are going to build a new baseball facility we need to make sure we are going to build it in the right place.” After hearing Macdonald, Kozak and Charlesworth’s comments, Dooley spoke out against the recommendation. “Lions have been great stewards of this park,” said Dooley. “I believe we should move on this because these people need to get going on this so that they can have baseball in the fall.
I think this is a tactic that will slow this down.” Dooley said he sat on the recreation commission and the process of reviewing the park may take a lot longer than a few months. “I am fully behind this project. It should happen for the greater good of this community,” said Dooley. “Referring it to the rec commission could defer this project years not months.” The debate around the plan became so heated between Dooley and Kozak that they were speaking over each other and Dooley eventually told Kozak that he let her speak and asked that he have his turn. Dooley asked that he, Kozak, and councillor Margaret Stacey (who was not at the council meeting) meet this week to discuss the plan. Kozak said they won’t have the discussion until Stacey has returned. “I’m not willing to have this rushed along,” said Charlesworth. “It needs to wait until councillor Stacey is back and can engage in it.” Kozak’s recommendation was passed and the plan will be referred to the recreation portfolio.
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News Two More Added to Area F Ballot
Mickel has company Keegan was surprised to hear Montgomery was running, and Nelson Star Reporter was similarly complimentary: Ron Mickel will face at least two “Bruce is a good friend of mine. challengers for the Area F direc- Great guy.” The semi-retired Keegan, 58, tor’s seat on the Regional District was born and raised in Nelson. He’s of Central Kootenay board. been president of the Taghum’s Bruce MontNelson Road Kings for gomery and Johnstone seven years and chair of Road resident Mike Keethe annual Queen City gan — who happen to be Cruise for nine years. friends — have both subHe says he’s contemmitted nomination papers. plated running for office Montgomery, who has before as a way of giving no prior political experiback to the community, ence, says he was spurred to and this time was asked run partly as a result of the by some residents to let regional district’s process his name stand. in finding the new Nelson “I thought what the transfer station site. The heck, I’ll give it a try. I’m decision to relocate next to tired of the taxes going Pacific Insight angered the up,” he says. “According company. to my figures, it’s been “I don’t think it’s been like a 40 per cent increase a well thought out plan,” Montgomery says. “I was Bruce Montgom- the last three years in very disheartened that In- ery (top) and Mike Area F. That’s absolutely sight was upset and wasn’t Keegan (bottom) unacceptable.” Like Montgomery, contacted [in advance].” Although they don’t know each Keegan says he wasn’t impressed other well, Montgomery says In- with the Pacific Insight controversight general manager Stewart sy, describing the way it was hanRoss has “done a great job of bring- dled as “an absolute catastrophe.” “We basically alienated our larging work to the area which we need badly. I just don’t think someone in est employer. You can’t treat people like that. It’s just not right.” that situation should be missed.” Keegan says he wants to hold Montgomery says more broadthe line on taxes, seek more public ly, he wants to curb spending. He’s been involved with several input, and keep decision-making local businesses, including Quiz- transparent. “I like to think I have no’s, A&W, and the Prestige Mari- a lot of common sense. I see that na in Nelson and Chateau Manor lacking at the moment.” l For a complete list of West seniors home in Trail. He and fellow contender Kee- Kootenay Boundary candidates gan met for coffee last week, “but in next month’s local government neither one of us mentioned [we and school district elections, check were running]. I like Mike. I’ve the civic elections tab at nelsonstar. know him a long time. I think he’d com. The deadline for nominations is 4 p.m. today. do a good job.”
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MISSING WOMAN HAS NELSON LINK
A White Rock woman whom police say has spent time around Nelson is missing. Janet Falkner, 55, was last seen leaving her home in White Rock about a month ago and has not been heard from since. She’s 5'10", about 146 lbs., and has short graying hair. RCMP say she’s known to Falkner use public transit. They said she has “frequented the Nelson area in the past,” but didn’t elaborate. Anyone with information is asked to call the White Rock detachment at 778-5933600.
LOCAL EMPLOYMENT PICTURE IMPROVES
Statistics Canada says the Kootenay unemployment fell to 8.1 per cent in September, down from 9.5 per cent in August. It was also lower than the rate of 10.2 per cent in September 2010. However, it’s still higher than the provincial rate of 6.7 per cent and the national rate of 7.1 per cent. A little over 6,000 people were looking for work last month in the East and West Kootenay last month.
NEW SECRETARYTREASURER NAMED
The Kootenay Lake school district has hired Kim Morris as its new secretary-treasurer. Since 2009, she has held the same job in the neighbouring Kootenay-Columbia district. Prior to that, she was secretary-treasurer in Prince Rupert. She replaces Monica Schulte, who left at the end of August to assume the same role in Saanich. Morris starts December 1. In the meantime, superintendent Jeff Jones is holding down both roles.
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Nelson’s teachers’ union is hoping to see more names on next month’s ballot for school trustee. “Acclamation is not the best way for our trustees to gain their positions,� Kathy Couch of the Nelson District Teachers Association said in a news release. “We don’t think that it is healthy when voters don’t
have a choice. Those elected by acclamation have no obligation to provide the public with any sort of qualifications or explanations of what they believe, in order to be elected.� In 2008, two-thirds of the board — six of nine trustees — was elected by acclamation. The only areas that saw
races were Nelson, where four people vied for two seats, and the Slocan Valley, where three people ran to replace retiring trustee Penny Tees — after Tees made a concerted effort to find candidates. Couch says her association wants to see more people involved in the election and information dissemi-
nated about their qualifications so voters can make informed decisions. She notes the board of the Kootenay Lake school district is responsible for a budget of over $50 million. “These are important positions,� she says. Story continues to ‘Today’ on Page 26
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Past will meet present in Rowberry’s platform Continued from Page 1 pilgrimage to the Houston monument on Vernon Street. “I was struck by how little attention was being paid to this fairly significant anniversary,� he says. “So I went down to pay my respects and as I looked at it, I felt this presence enter me and this rather gruff, slightly slurred voice speak to me: ‘I want to run for mayor again, and I want you to do it, since you’re the only person around.’� Rowberry has developed a Houston-inspired platform that calls for the city to marshal its various resources, including environmental, heritage, arts, cultural and wilderness tourism potential. He also applied to the Columbia Basin Trust for funding to develop a website about Houston, which
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streetcar system — and then got the city to buy and operate both. Rowberry acknowledged the questionable aspects of Houston’s character, including his fondness for alcohol and vitriolic racism. “I don’t want to gloss over some of the unsavoury aspects of the time and John Houston’s willingness to participate in them,� he says. Houston was a founder of the BC Conservative party, which then advocated removing Asians from the province. “There’s no doubt that was a black mark on politics in those days. I don’t think it was exclusive to John Houston,� Rowberry says. Although he’s not certain what name will appear on the ballot, he’s hoping it will read “Richard (John Houston) Rowberry.�
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City councillor Kim Charlesworth ended much speculation about her own mayoral ambitions Tuesday by announcing she will not seek re-election at all. Charlesworth said it was a tough decision, but the timing isn’t right — she plans to travel in Europe with her family in the coming months, and in North America next year. Although she plans to return to the area, she says it will likely be to a more rural area. As of early Thursday afternoon, two more contenders had stepped forward for city council: Paula Kiss, owner of The Building Tree, and Charles Jeanes, who has run before unsuccessfully for both mayor and councillor.
The RDCK invites REQUEST FOR QUOTE Nelson and District Community Complex Snow Removal. THE REQUEST FOR QUOTE can be picked up at the Customer Service Desk at the Nelson and District Community Complex located at 305 Hall Street. The RDCK reserves the right to accept or reject any or all submissions received and no contractual or legal obligations or relations between the RDCK and any proponent will be created except by written contract authorized by the RDCK. Quotes must be submitted in a SEALED enveloped CLEARLY MARKED “RFQ - Snow Removal at the NDCC� and must be received at the above noted closing location no later than 2:00 pm on Friday, October 21, 2011. Contact Person: Jason Craig, Operations Supervisor (250) 354-4386 ext. 5110, Email: jcraig@rdck. bc.ca, Fax number: (250) 352-3812 To book a viewing of the proposed site contact above. Appointments will be made for the week of October 10th – 14th, 2011. More information can be found on www.rdck.bc.ca
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ith its most recent act of philanthropy, the Shambhala Music Festival has confirmed they are a vital thread in the fabric of this community. As you read in today’s front page story, the family behind the annual electronic music festival made a $75,000 donation on Wednesday afternoon at the Tenth Street Campus. The generous gift is earmarked for Selkirk College’s performance and rehearsal space formerly known as Studio 80. Further, the contribution also enabled the college to tap a $50,000 grant from the Southern Interior Development Initiative Trust. The $125,000 pushed the revamp of the important teaching space past its $150,000 fundraising target and ensured a brighter future for music students who attend the local post secondary institution. The Shambhala Music and Performance Hall — as it will be known when it opens in early 2012 — is a perfect fit for the music festival. It forges a partnership between a festival that is a world renowned leader on the cutting edge of live performance with the minds of the future. Both sides in this equation will benefit tremendously in the coming years. This is certainly not the first significant contribution made by the folks behind Shambhala. In recent years they have given generous sums to the outdoor skatepark effort, the CT scanner drive, the Salmo library and scores of other deserving projects. It’s part of the festival’s philosophy to give back and be involved. Will this silence the critics who continue to point to the negatives associated with the festival? Probably not. Those who see Shambhala as a mask to a drug-fuelled Sodom and Gomorrah will never be satisfied. Though organizers of the festival continue to provide outreach to skeptics and are constantly taking measures to ensure a safe experience for all, those who refuse to take a hard look will never be swayed. Organizers of the Shambhala Music Festival should take a well deserved bow. They continue to prove they are a community institution that cares. Well done and bravo. The Nelson Star is a member of the British Columbia Press Council, a self-regulatory body governing the province’s newspaper industry. The council considers complaints from the public about the conduct of member newspapers. Directors oversee the mediation of complaints, with input from both the newspaper and the complaint holder. If talking with the editor or publisher does not resolve your complaint about coverage or story treatment, you may contact the BC Press Council. Your written concern, with documentation, should be sent within 45 days to the BC Press Council, 201 Selby Street, Nanaimo, V9R 2R2. For information, phone 888-687-2213 or go to bcpresscouncil.org
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nger. Sadness. Resentment. Bitterness. Fear. Welcome to the emotions of Sandwich Generation 101. Two years ago I was forced to sign up for a course in life that comes with very little desire to attend. Caught between a life of active children and ailing parents, it’s been an education unlike anything I ever imagined. And being that every course is different depending on one’s personal situation, there is no textbook for these lessons. The last month has been my midterm test. I’m not quite sure I’ve passed. As regular readers of this column know, my father has Alzheimer’s. A cruel disease that robs the individual of themselves and thrusts families into the horrible position of watching the person that was the champion of the family disappear before their eyes. Though Pops still remembers everybody’s name and is quick to recall memories of growing up in Saskatchewan, he can’t remember what he said two minutes ago. Early last month the Hall Clan was in Revelstoke for my daughter’s soccer tournament. On Sunday morning I received a call on my cell phone that my mom was in the hospital and had suffered a small stroke. A few more toppings added to the sandwich and a whole new chapter for the improvisational textbook. The last month has been a blur, but one that’s opened my eyes wider than ever before.
Kootenay Lake Hospital has been a frequent stop on Hall’s daily routine over the last month.
With no other family to rely on for support — my older brother lives in Australia — the responsibility for my parents has been solely plopped on the shoulders of my wife and me. To say it hasn’t sucked would be a lie. Such is life in the sandwich. What the steady parade to Kootenay Lake Hospital, the far too seldom visits to Castleview residential care facility and lengthy phone calls with home care professionals has taught me is that the health care system is taxed. That said, those involved on the frontlines are doing an admirable job. In a nutshell, here’s my predicament. My parents live in their own house. Neither can fully look after themselves. Together they may be able to team up to survive. Between full time jobs and busy kids, we can help where possible. There is a tiny bit of public home care that will garnish the care. But the writing is on the wall. My father is destined for a full time life in a residential care facility and my mom might not be far be-
hind. Adding to an already complicated situation is the fact my father hasn’t even been approved to be on a waiting list. Even if he does meet the requirements, there are no beds currently available in the entire West Kootenay. There is a solution to our current bind, but it’s costly. Interior Health has private pay bed options available and the waiting list is significantly shorter. If my father were to get into a public pay bed the cost would be just under $1,000 a month. The cost for a private pay bed? Just under $5,000 a month. That number is staggering on many levels. First of all, my parents did okay in their life and do have some cash in the bank. That said, $5,000 would drain the coffers within a year. It seems like the government’s course is to empty bank accounts before they kick in to help. More unlucky than unfair for people in positions like my parents. What’s just as distressing is when I remove myself from the situation and look at the cost as a taxpayer. If $5,000 is
the true cost of care for a person like my father, the rest of the population is being asked to take on 80 per cent of his care. There are a lot of people in this position and that subsidy when multiplied by all those who are in public pay beds is troubling. It’s simply unsustainable. This front row seat to seniors care has shown me just how stretched and how expensive it is to take care of some of society’s most vulnerable. Unfortunately it has provided me with few answers to what is right. In fact, I’m pretty sure the answer isn’t out there. I will continue to soldier on as a member of the sandwich generation knowing I’m certainly not the only person dealing with these heady issues. The learning curve is steep and I’m not sure when I will face the final exam. The emotions of Sandwich Generation 101 are intense. Though mostly void of the positive, one uplifting word that can be added to the list at the top of this column is gratitude. Without the people who have assisted us in the last month, the situation would have been much more bleak. Those on the frontlines of seniors care are heroes who do an extremely taxing job. Wherever this journey takes me, I will never forget those who helped along the way. Bob Hall is the editor of the Nelson Star. He can be reached at editor@ nelsonstar.com. Find him on Twitter at BobbyHall10
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Wayne Germaine Serving Nelson & Area Since 1987.
The prison-industrial complex The Conservative omnibus Safe Streets and Communities Act makes no sense if the aim is to reduce burgeoning crime, since the same strategies were tried and seen to fail in the US, and the Canadian crime rate is going down anyway. Furthermore, it is proven that increased funding of education reduces street crime — how many street gang members have university degrees? Harsh sentences actually serve to harden inmates into career criminals and break up families so children don’t get proper attention, thus increasing the crime rate over time. I would suggest that the Conservative enthusiasm for longer sentences, mandatory prison terms, and prison sentences for more crimes has nothing to do with reducing crime. The US has an economically important incarceration industry that corporate interests want duplicated in Canada. Patiently, step by step, the Conservatives have been creating the conditions for this — billions of dollars to build more prisons, and “tough on crime” legislation to ensure a huge increase in the Canadian prison population. In the US, private prison corporations have their own trade fairs to attract busi-
nesses that use sweat shops abroad. Gone are the days of sewing mail bags, now inmates have been hired at very low cost to do dangerous jobs, like cleaning up the toxic BP oil spill, highly technical tasks like assembling missiles, and all points in between.
“Private prisons are interested in making a profit. That means they cut corners on everything else...” Private prisons are interested in making a profit. That means they cut corners on everything else, including rehabilitation (bad for business: they want returning convicts) medical care, and the pay of their staff. In other words, this is state-corporate business at its ugliest — trafficking in human misery. Of course the taxpayer will be paying the private prisons, the transfer of money from the taxpayer to corporations being the goal of all serious Liberal and Conservative machinations. Also, the Conservatives are an authoritarian sect which wants Canadians running on fear, anger and patriotism. They spend our money on
propaganda to make us selfrighteously angry at criminals, see them as less than human and therefore deserving of any violations of their dignity or well-being the prisons care to carry out. The term “criminal” is increasingly broadened to include legitimate dissent to frighten people away from exercising their constitutional rights. Witness the police state tactics at the G20 meeting in Toronto which were used on innocent protesters and even passersby. As the government increasingly uses the international bankster-created deficit to justify “austerity” measures imposed upon the rest of us, they expect popular resistance at some stage. That’s another contingency the prisons are waiting for. So, despite the hype and lip service, the Conservative omnibus crime bill won’t, and isn’t meant to, reduce crime. That is either irrelevant or counterproductive to the real goals. It’s about upping intimidation against poor people generally, and setting up a lucrative prison-industrial complex at taxpayer expense. In meeting these hidden agendas it unfortunately makes a lot of sense. Keith Newberry Slocan
SLUGS. To the rude woman at the grocery store who took it upon herself to treat the young girl behind the counter so poorly. She isn’t there to be berated... she is there to ring up your order. Don’t take it out on her because you had a bad day! Do you really think she deserved it?
HUGS. And lots of love to my husband ~ thank you for three wonderful years of marriage and 11 years together. XXOO
HUGS. To my co-worker who treated me to a ticket for the burlesque show! I had a blast.
HUGS. To Erica, Ryan, Georgia, Sophie and Gemma ~ congratulations on the addition to your family. Love Selina
HUGS. To the easy going gentleman at Trafalgar School who allowed our dogs to meet even though my dog is a bit of a dominant character. It was almost as good as having Caesar Milan at the park!
HUGS. To the Trafalgar teacher who made a young girl’s difficult injury more bearable with kindness and understanding.
SLUGS. To the next door neighbour with the vacant lot who continues to leave the area in a mess of weeds and destroys the enjoyment of the neighbourhood for everybody.
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HUGS. To my lovely Nelson friends who have welcomed me into the community and made my Thanksgiving weekend lots of fun.
HUGS. To the kind co-worker who went well beyond the call of duty to help a young woman who was struggling and in turn made life better for everybody in the office. SLUGS. To dawdling downtown jaywalkers.
If you have a Hug or a Slug... we’d like to hear it. Simply email us at editor@nelsonstar.com with your short quips, compliments or complaints. We will print the anonymous submissions for all to see. Be honest, but all we ask is you keep it tasteful. You can also drop by a written submission to our ofces at 514 Hall Street.
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Former Crescent Valley residents Jean and Terry Cusworth offered the picture of strength throughout the trial that put a microscope on the grisly details of their daughter’s 1993 killing, but when a jury of 12 delivered a manslaughter verdict that image was all but upended.
“I’m extremely disappointed in the verdict... I believe the jury did the best they could, but I believe their efforts fell short of the justice Jennifer deserved.� Jean Cusworth
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“I was a bloody mess,â€? said Jean, Jennifer’s mother and a former Nelson elementary school principal. “In the room [where the family gathered after the verdict], I just dissolved.â€? She’d been convinced the jury would see what she had since 2009, when Snelson was arrested. The man who “smiled, blew kisses and jokedâ€? before each day of his trial was guilty of first degree murder. “I’m extremely disappointed in the verdict‌ I believe the jury did the best they could, but I believe their efforts fell short of the justice Jennifer deserved,â€? she said. For Terry, the matter was less cut and dry. He wasn’t as sure Snelson was involved with the killing of his daughter until he saw him take the stand in his own defence. “It was when he started to give his opinion‌ it was the way he wouldn’t answer questions,â€? said Terry. “I couldn’t see how he’d been involved with Jennifer‌ and see the pole, not her top.â€? Snelson, in both a conversation with police before his 2009 arrest and when he took the stand in his own defence, noted where his truck was
parked at the party he and Jennifer attended. When he opened the door, Snelson testified, the passenger side door hit a pole. It was called out by Crown counsel Iain Currie as an unusual observation, at the very least, considering Snelson couldn’t drum up a single memory of Jennifer. Not her height, hair, or clothing — all of which made her a stand-out. Jennifer’s hair was voluminous, curly and auburn, and it added a couple of inches to five-foot-10-inch frame. As for her clothes, she was wearing a bright animal print top that was so loud, it warranted comment from several witnesses. The disparity in observation, argued Currie, was just one of several indicators of Snelson’s dishonesty. Perhaps, said Terry, the jury would have seen what he did if previous criminal convictions had been revealed in the trial. “It was hidden well,� said Terry. “It’s his past.� The secret in Snelson’s past, revealed by the Kelowna Daily Courier, but not allowed into court proceedings, was that he was on probation for a sexual offence when he encountered Cusworth. In Penticton in 1992, Snelson exposed himself to a woman and, although he pleaded not guilty, a judge convicted him of indecent exposure in the summer of 1993, and put him on probation. That conviction was predated by another in 1987. At that time, a 21-year-old Snelson was caught exposing himself twice to one woman. The woman was walking with a girlfriend along Lake Avenue when she saw him touching himself in his pick-up. Three weeks later the woman was walking alone in the same area when the same truck approached her. Snelson got out of his truck and exposed himself. The woman recorded his licence plate and reported the information to police. When it went to court Snelson was convicted and put on probation.
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Since 1993, Snelson didn’t accrue more charges, but during his pre-trial, evidence that his predilection for unusual public behaviour persisted. On May 21, 2009, when police were trying to get a sample of Snelson’s DNA, they observed him sitting in his vehicle at the Orchard Park Shopping Centre. Investigators went up to the window for a closer look, only to see Snelson touching himself. That evidence wasn’t allowed in the trial either, but Jean agreed with Terry that it would have painted a clearer picture of the accused. “What he did to Jennifer is an escalation of what he’s already been doing,� Jean said. With a dissatisfying verdict to contend with, Jean said the next issue she’ll be tackling is the sentencing. Manslaughter offers the most wide-ranging punishments in the legal system, and can come with anything from a suspended sentence to life in prison. The latter is rare, but Jean is determined.Meantime, she’ll take a small amount of satisfaction in the limited victory she gained. At the annual roadside ceremony, where the family puts carnations down at the Swamp Road site Jennifer, 19, was found October 17, 1993, Jean had a message she’d been waiting a long time to give. “Baby we did it,� she said. “We wanted more justice. But it’s a start.�
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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING 6:00pm, OCTOBER 26, 2011 RDCK Boardroom 202 Lakeside Drive, Nelson, BC
Outdoor Skatepark Design Goes Public Tuesday
Skaters to get look into future MEGAN COLE Nelson Star Reporter
Nelson skateboarders will be getting a peek on Tuesday of what the city’s outdoor skatepark might look like. New Line Skateparks, which is designing the facility, will be presenting its first draft at the Hume Hotel. “These guys have been building parks for I don’t know, 10 years now or something,” said Rob Levesque. “They’re one of the world powers as far as skateparks building goes. They have parks in Sweden, Mexico, all over the States, and mainly Canada. They have all that history so they know what they’re doing. They took all the input from Nelson and they went back to their drawing board.” Skateboarders and other interested members of the community met with New Line three months ago and had a design workshop. “I do know that we stressed that we would like to have an artistic angle to our park. We’d like it to reflect Nelson that way so we’d like to see it have some art influence,” said Levesque. This will be the first time Levesque has seen the design for the park, but he suspects it will be pretty standard. “There will be a bowl like most skateparks and New Line normally has really cool bowls. And there will probably be a really cool street section,” he said. One of the major challenges for the project has been finding a location. “There is a real lack of available land that’s suitable for
NOTICE is hereby given that a Public Hearing will be held at the date and location as noted above to receive representations from all persons who deem it in their interest to make representations regarding proposed Electoral Area ‘F’ Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 2214, and the Regional District of Central Kootenay Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2225. The intent of OCP Bylaw 2214 and Zoning Amendment Bylaw 2225 is to provide guidance on the future development of lands within Electoral Area ‘F’ of the Regional District of Central Kootenay as identified in Part 26 of the Local Government Act. The communities to be included in the plan and zoning amendment include all of Electoral Area ‘F’ which extends from Crescent Beach in the north to Bonnington in the south and includes the communities of Crescent Beach, Nine Mile, Six Mile, Willow Point, Nasookin, Johnstone Road, Sproule Creek, Taghum, Beasley, and Bonnington, and the areas in between. The proposed Bylaws will replace the existing Electoral Area ‘F’ rural Land Use Bylaw No. 951, 1992. The Public Hearing concerning Bylaw No’s. 2214 and 2225 is to be held by Director Ron Mickel, Electoral Area F as a delegate of the Board. A copy of the Board resolution making the delegation is available for public inspection along with copies of Bylaw No’s. 2214 and 2225 as set out in this notice.
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New Line Skateparks came to Nelson in the summer for a workshop which gathered ideas for the upcoming design.
a skatepark in Nelson,” said Levesque. The group finally found a home for the skatepark behind the Chamber of Commerce near the Nelson and District Community Complex. Levesque said the Nelson park will be about the same size as the Castlegar park. In the hunt for a location, the skateboarders encountered “a bit of nimby-ism” (not in my backyard). “Everyone seems to support the skatepark but there were issues about Lakeside Park,” said Levesque. “Some user groups down there were concerned about parking and all these kinds of issues. I tried to be the nice guy throughout all of this. I didn’t want to call people out.” Once the draft is presented, the main goal of the outdoor skateboard project will be to raise funds. “With this presentation it’s an ongoing document — we call it a living document. We’re going to put in input and they’re going to continue to change it until we like it,” said Levesque. “Having the
design is a great tool for fundraising because it gives the community and anyone we go talk to about this something to see.” Part of the fundraising includes participating in the Aviva Community Fund. “We participated in the Aviva Fund last year and we made it all the way to the end. It was pretty crazy, but when we made it to the stages of the judges deciding, they didn’t give us any cash,” said Levesque. “If we can do it again hopefully we could win up to $150,000 for our project so it’s definitely worthwhile. What we need people to do is go on avivacommunityfund.org, and then you do this whole sign-up process and once you do that you can vote and you get one vote a day for 10 days. Basically the idea is the most votes win.” The first draft will be presented at 7 p.m. on Tuesday in the Hume room at the Hume Hotel. If you want to get involved with the outdoor skatepark project, contact Levesque at klosps@hotmail.com.
Kootenay Lake Levels October 12, 2011
For the benefit of Kootenay Lake area residents, the following lake levels are provided by FortisBC as a public service. Queen’s Bay:
Present level: 1742.91 ft 7 day forecast: Down 6 inches. 2011 peak: 1751.71 ft./2010 peak: 1748.68 ft.
Nelson:
Present level: 1742.79 ft. 7 day forecast: Down 6 inches.
Levels can change unexpectedly due to weather or other conditions. For more information or to sign-up for unusual lake levels notifications by phone or email, visit www.fortisbc.com or call 1-866-436-7847.
Written submissions for or against the proposed Bylaws can be read, or verbal submissions made, at the Public Hearing. If you are unable to attend the Hearing, written submissions must be delivered to the Regional District of Central Kootenay, prior to 4:00 pm on the day before the Hearing. Submissions may be delivered by: mail – Regional District of Central Kootenay, Box 590, Nelson, BC V1L 5R4; fax – 250-3529300; email – plandept@rdck.bc.ca; or by hand to the Nelson address below. Please direct enquiries to Monty Horton at 250-352-8159 or toll-free 1-800-268-7325. The aforementioned proposed bylaws may be inspected up until and including the time of public hearing, on the web: www.rdck.bc.ca/f-review and at the locations and times as follows: Planning Department Office, Regional District of Central Kootenay, 202 Lakeside Drive, Nelson, B.C., between the hours of 8:30 am to 4:30 pm, Monday to Friday, closed statutory holidays DATED at Nelson, B.C. this 5 th day of October, 2011. Dawn Attorp Manager, Corporate Administration
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FALL COLOURS BIKE RIDE
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 14
The Slocan Valley Heritage Trail Society is holding the second annual fall colours bike ride starting at noon. This year, we will be riding the newest section of our rail trail, starting at the new trailhead off Highway 3A, right across from the Dam Inn (watch for our signs) and riding eight kilometres north to a scenic spot on the river behind Kosiancic’s Hill. Hot dogs and beverages will be available free of charge and you can socialize with directors and other members of our Society and catch up on the latest rail trail news. Then, either carry on cycling north or turn around and head back. This is a great chance for the whole family to get some exercise and wear off some of that Thanksgiving bulge and a great way to wrap up the cycling season. We will have a tire pump available at the start and we will have the two electric-assist bikes available to try out. We hope to see you there. Questions? Call the rec commission at 250-226-0008 and check out our website at slocanvalleyrailtrail.ca.
THREADS GUILD OPEN HOUSE
Join the Threads Guild in celebrating 30 years of handcrafting and textiles in our heritage schoolhouse at Perry Siding, on Highway 6 halfway between Winlaw and Slocan. Show of members’ work, splendid raffle quilt on display, demonstrations and classes. Come and check it out. The open house is Sunday, October 16 from 1 to 4 p.m.
DEMENTIA AND ALZHEIMER’S CAREGIVER EDUCATION
Are you caring for someone with Alzheimer’s disease or a related dementia? Are you a family member or a friend helping the person with dementia at home, in a long term care facility, attending an adult day program or living at a distance? The Alzheimer’s Society and Selkirk College can help you. Education and understanding of the disease are vital to assist caregivers during the stressful journey dealing with the disease. The Alzheimer’s Society is presenting Dementia/Alzheimer’s Caregiver Education, a two session workshop for caregivers of people with Alzheimer’s disease or related dementias such as vascular dementia, pic’s disease or Lewy-Body disease. Topics will include the difference between dementia and Alzheimer’s disease, communication and behaviour strategies, effects of stress and loss, personal planning for the future and taking care of yourself to avoid caregiver burnout. Sessions will be held in partnership with Selkirk College at the Castlegar Campus, 7 to 9 p.m., on Thursdays, October 13, 20, 27 and November 10 and 17. The pre-registration fee is $40 plus HST. As the number of participants is limited please pre-register at Selkirk College, 250-365-1208. For further details call the Alzheimer’s Society 250-352-6788, toll free at 1-877-452-6788 or email lhoskin@ alzheimerbc.org
AFRICAN FEAST
Grans to Grans will be holding their annual African feast on Sunday November 13 in the basement of Nelson United Church, 602 Silica Street. Tickets will be $15 to $20, tickets for children under 12 is $10. Tickets will be on sale at Cotton’s on Baker Street and Sensation at 614 Josephine Street. All proceeds go the Stephen Lewis Foundation. Through the Stephen Lewis Foundation we are supporting community level organizations that are turning the tide of HIV/AIDS in Africa by providing care and support to women, orphans, grandmothers and people living with HIV and AIDS.
How did we get into this mess? SelfDesign High BYOP Film Series presents Inside Job screening and fundraiser in support of the Occupy Wall Street movement. The film Inside Job explains in detail the series of events that led up to the global financial crisis of 2008, which cost over $20 trillion, and caused millions of people to lose their jobs and homes. This well researched film includes interviews from key financial insiders, politicians, journalists and academics, tracing the rise of a rogue industry which has corrupted politics, regulation, and academia. Inside Job sets the foundation for understanding the Occupy Wall Street movement that is taking the world by storm (visit occupywallstreet.org or occupytogether.org for more information). After the film there will be a short information sharing session and discussion, followed by placard making for the Global Revolution Day demonstration, taking place on Saturday, October 15, at 1 p.m. at City Hall. Bring your own popcorn and sign-making supplies. All are welcome. For more information, contact occupynelson@peacemail.com Area seniors are invited to the Passmore Lodge for the first annual seniors information health fair. Organized by the Slocan Valley Seniors Housing Society, the free event promises to be a day devoted to connecting seniors with the wide range of services available to them and all with a local connection. A wide range of resource people, service providers and health practitioners will be on site to answer questions, lead demonstrations and more. Health practitioners will offer information centers about massage, foot care, chiropractic, acupuncture and yoga for seniors and more have yet to confirm. Why not drop in for a coffee and treats and socialize with others while discovering what the community has to offer? The Passmore Lodge can be found on the Passmore Frontage Road off Highway 6 in Passmore. For more information you can call the Lodge at 250-226-7136. Max and Irma’s restaurant will now have live music Fridays and Saturdays between 6 and 9 p.m. featuring Rylan Kewen and Nikko Forsberg.
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At 7 p.m. Studio Cantilena presents a unique experience of space and sound in St. Saviour’s Anglican Church on Ward and Silica: singing the Wisdom Vespers based on the Benedictine tradition. The Gregorian chant and English plainsong is accompanied and surrounded by the evocative ringing of Tibetan singing bowls. Admission is by donation. Duration about 45 minutes. For more information please visit studiocantilena.com. Looking for a way to stay in shape and have fun this winter? Join Nelson’s first indoor ultimate frisbee league. Teams are actively recruiting new players for the upcoming indoor league on Monday nights at Soccer Quest beginning October 17. If you would like a taste of the game before signing up, head down to Lakeside fields where co-ed drop in games are held every Thursday evening from 6 p.m. till dark or Sunday afternoons from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m.
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Do you enjoy Scottish country dancing? Join in the fun every Monday from 7 to 9 p.m. at Central school gym. Use Mill Street entrance. CRAFT CONNECTION Beginners are welcome. For more information contact Kathy at 250Craft Connection/Gallery 378 is looking for new and unique hand- 359-7545, June at 250-352-1836, or Beverly at 250-352-7850. made items to sell in our annual Christmas Show: Seasonal Treasures. Print off an application form at craftconnection.org and bring TUESDAY, OCTOBER 18 in your items to the jury before October 25 or call 250-352-3006 for The Whitewater Ski Team is holding its annual general meeting and parent information night in the meeting room at the Nelson and Dismore information. trict Community Complex from 7 to 9 p.m. Little rippers can splash BRIGITTE DESBOIS ART EXHIBIT AT THE DANCING BEAR INN in the pool while parents find out what’s new and improved for the The Breath of a Brush, paintings inspired by Nelson and area from lo- upcoming racing season. For further information contact posak@ cal artist Brigitte Desbois. The show runs till the end of October. telus.net
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Spiritbar
The Royal
The Capitol Theatre
Below the Hume Hotel
330 Baker Street
421 Victoria Street
Saturday, October 15
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Since the age of 14 Mat the Alien has been mixing, skratching and making mixes — beats, spanning many genres and styles but always having one thing in common — heavy beats and bass lines which appeals to a wide variety of crowds. It all started after hearing the electronic sounds being played in the warehouse party’s around the northwest of England in ‘88. In 1995 Mat moved to Whistler to pursue his new addiction to snowboarding. The doors open at 10 p.m. and the first hundred tickets are $10 and are available at the Hume Hotel.
Mountain Thunder and The Royal present OTT. Unbeknownst to the London massive, deep within the English countryside lie a number of brilliant music producers. One such unfashionable but extremely talented artist is OTT. Unique modern electro-acoustic dubs with generous spat of indigenous sounds from around the world ladled into the mix is what you can expect from his sound. tickets are $25 in advance or $30 at the door. Tickets are available at mountainthunderpresents.com and Eddy Music. Doors open at 8 p.m. Musical funnyman BA Johnston returns to The Royal. This guy is truly hilarious. Combining music with his unique brand of comedy, BA will have you laughing from the moment he walks on stage, and then you’ll be laughing all the way home. Be sure to check him out. Opening set by Rhoneil. Doors open at 8 p.m. Tickets are $6 at the door.
Welcome to 2011-12 Nelson Overture Society concert series. A perennial favourite with Nelson audiences, Jasper Wood has established himself as one of Canada’s top violinists. His “thrilling virtuosity” (The Strad) and “open luminous tones, seamless lines and impeccable technique” (The Toronto Star) have charmed the ears and captured the hearts of music lovers everywhere. Pianist David Riley has received rave reviews throughout the US and Canada, including “Absolutely exquisite technique” (New York Concert Review), and “A soloist’s dream, star quality, gifted and sensitive” (Billings Gazette). The show starts at 8 p.m. Tickets are $24 for adults, $14 for full-time students $14, or $75 for an adult’s season ticket, and $42 for a student’s season ticket.
Gray Creek Hall East Shore
Saturday, October 15
Wednesday, October 19
Redman American MC Redman and Mad Child of Swollen Members will take the stage at Spiritbar for a night of hip hop and rap. Redman, is an American MC, rapper, DJ, record producer and actor. He came to fame in the early 1990s as an artist on the Def Jam label. He is also well known for his collaborations with Method Man, including their starring roles in films and sitcoms. He was also a member of the Def Squad in the early 1990s. Mad Child is part of the Vancouver-based hip hop group Swollen Members. Having begun a solo career while living in San Francisco, California, Mad Child returned to Vancouver to work. There he met Prevail and Moka Only, who had been working together. They joined together under the name Swollen Members. Doors open at 10 p.m. and ticket information is available at the Hume Hotel.
Quickly on the rise and coming The Royal are the Abrams Brothers. This trio has bluegrass and folk music flowing through their veins. Skilled musicians and perfect vocal harmonies are taking these guys to the top. With their roots in traditional folk and old time bluegrass they have still created a sound their own and we at the Royal are excited to experience it. The unmistakable voice and enduring songs of Oh Susanna will start off the evening. These two acts are an incredible combination of talent...what a fantastic night of roots music it will be. Doors open at 7 p.m. and tickets are $10 available at Royal Espresso, liveattheroyal.com and Eddy Music.
Thursday, October 20 Lucas Myers Lucas Myers is presenting his one person show DECK: How I Instigated Then Overcame and Existential Crisis Through Home Improvement at Gray Creek Hall. For details go to pilotcopilot.com. Warning the show includes: Power tools, physics and partial nudity.
Ellison’s Market and Cafe 523 Front Street
Wednesday, October 19
The Beatnuts are a New York-based hip hop group and production duo from Queens, New York City. Its current members are JuJu and Psycho Les. JuJu is Dominican American from Corona and Psycho Les is a Colombian American from Jackson Heights. The Beatnuts are the only Latino members of the Native Tongues collective. Although only peripheral members, they are routinely acknowledged by Q-Tip. The Beatnuts were originally a trio before Kool Fashion, now known as Al’ Tariq, left the group to start a solo career. The Mighty VIC (Groove Merchantz, Ghetto Pros) was also a member of The Beatnuts’ production team for a while. Opening sets are by Random Humans, DJ Rippel, Dion and Positive vibes. Tickets are free with a ticket to the Redman and Mad Child show. Doors open at 10 p.m. and ticket information is available at the Hume Hotel.
Saturday, October 15
Colin Hay Colin Hay is coming to The Royal. Known for his lead role with the Australian pop sensation Men At Work, Hay has since moved on with a solo career. Eleven albums later and continued international touring finds Hay still at the top of his game writing and performing those pop tunes you know and love. Doors open at 7 p.m. and tickets are $30 and are available at Royal Espresso, liveattheroyal. com and Eddy Music.
The Unplugged Sessions is pleased to open with the talented 16-year-old Brooke Crowdis. She is following in her family’s musical footsteps and planning a career in this field. Brooke has a strong melodic voice and brings a nice arrangement of contemporary music. She will be accompanied by her father Brad. Next up is Olly Knox, who has just released his new album Crazy World and is currently on The Flax Tour — a five month journey through Germany, Switzerland, France, the UK, and Canada. He’s from New Zealand and lived in Nelson a few years back. Ambient yet driving acoustic guitar riffs pave the way for the soulful lyrics and beautiful vocal stylings of this unique singer/ songwriter. Closing act is singer/songwriter Delaney Rose from Vancouver, returning from her hometown in Winnipeg, to play a short concert tour after releasing her first single Hula Dance off her upcoming CD Naked (out in early 2012). Just after her marriage break up, while performing, she had an epiphany: music needed to be at the forefront of her life. That very next night, a near fatal car accident found her clinging to her every breath. From that point on Delaney emerged with a new sound that is hypnotic, breezy, and intensely personal.
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City looking for next cultural ambassador SUBMITTED Special to the Nelson Star
The Cultural Development Commission, on behalf of the City of Nelson, is currently inviting applications and nominations for the position of 2012’s Nelson cultural ambassador in the category of dance. The winner will be announced at the City of Nelson’s inaugural meeting in December. Applicants should be professionals performing in a recognized form of dance, be it traditional, contemporary, experimental or historical (e.g. folk, ballroom, etc.).
Corazon kicked off the cultural ambassador program in ďŹ ne fashion in 2009.
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Applications can be made on an individual basis or on behalf of a dance troupe or company for a field of work. Preference will be given to dancers or companies who will be performing outside city limits, in addition to in Nelson. “Following Corazon in 2009 and Angelika Werth in 2010, Nelson again had an excellent cultural ambassador in 2011 with author Anne DeGrace,� says the city’s cultural development officer Joy Barrett. “As well as spreading the word through a series of newspaper columns called Cultural Commentary, Anne had speaking engagements throughout Canada, and is currently launching her fourth book, Flying with Amelia.� Three years ago, the commission established this honour in recognition of local individual artists, groups or collectives who have achieved a high standard of excellence in their artistic discipline and who are active not only in Nelson’s cultural community but extend their talents to other communities and countries. The cultural ambassador is expected to represent and promote the City of Nelson on their travels, increasing the visibility and cultural reputation of Nelson. In return, the cultural ambassador can use their official designation in their own promotional materials, programs and fundraising. Deadline for submissions is October 28. Contact Barrett at cultural@nelson.ca for an application/nomination form or for further information.
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John Reischman and the Jaybirds will be at the Capitol next Friday. SUBMITTED Special to the Nelson Star
The Capitol Theatre Season Series presents John Reischman and the Jaybirds Friday, October 21 at 8 p.m. As one of the acoustic world’s top-ranked mandolin players and composers, veteran artist John Reischman is renowned for his exquisite taste, tone and impeccable musicianship. His mastery of the instrument is showcased today in his powerful bluegrass band, John Reischman and the Jaybirds. The Jaybirds’ most recent album Vintage and Unique is now available. Their previous CD Field Guide was nominated for a Juno in the Roots and Traditional Group category for 2002. Reischman’s synthesis of a wide range of genres was honed over more than two decades of performing beginning in the San Francisco Bay Area in the late 1970s. As an original member of the legendary Tony Rice Unit, Reischman helped to define the “new acoustic” instrumental scene in the early 1980s with appearances on the band’s groundbreaking Rounder albums Still Inside and Backwaters. He cemented his reputation touring and recording for many years with the Bay Area’s eclectic Good Ol’ Persons before moving to Vancouver in the early 1990s to pursue a solo career.
John Reischman and the Jaybird’s latest release, Vintage and Unique, is an album ranging from old-time-infused bluegrass to innovative instrumentals and contemporary ballads. The band’s original numbers are rounded out with unique takes on timeless, rarely-heard classics. Like the mandolinist at its helm, the group fashions a stylish, elegant take on bluegrass that is at once innovative and unadorned, sophisticated and stripped-down, happily old-fashioned, yet unselfconsciously new. To see their live show is to believe it. A genial blend of storytelling and side-show humor provides the backdrop to their studied performance of original songs, instrumentals, and newly arranged traditional material. Hailing from the variegated ranks of the contemporary West Coast acoustic music scene, each of these ‘birds has certainly earned his wings: the list of projects they have contributed to over the years is nothing less than a shortlist of acoustic power houses. Together, their seamless ensemble work makes for one of the freshest, most tasteful bandsounds on the folk and bluegrass circuit today. Tickets are $20 adult and $16 full time student and are available at the Capitol box office. Charge by phone to 250-352-6363 or buy online capitoltheatre.bc.ca.
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“All things in moderation shows a lack of imagination” Oscar Wilde. “I invested heavily in a misspent youth and it paid off well” Joe
I was down to about $3.00 a day now and hoping for my brother to pay me for my motorcycle. I was living without a safety net and that really sharpens your mind and it helped me later in life to know that you can jump into the deep end and survive if you think it through and make a plan. The future is staring you in the face right now. This may come as a shock to some of you but not all Swedish women are hot stewardesses. The people were very pleasant and spoke fluent English and wanted to share their culture and learn about Canada. I tried my best to be interesting and had a great time with everyone I met as I hitch hiked through Sweden and Norway. I never had to sleep rough because everyone wanted to share their homes and of course we ate “smorgasbord.” I went through Sweden, Norway back through Denmark to Amsterdam where I used up the last leg of my plane ticket to London. I went to the airline office downtown and cashed in my return
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Donation will enable college to finish project Continued from Page 1 by Rick and Sue Bundschuh east of Salmo for the last 14 years. Started by the Bundschuh’s son Jimmy, the familyoperated festival hit the scene in 1998 with just over 500 people attending. Today the world renowned festival attracts more than 10,000 music lovers and has an economic impact estimated at $20 million.
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In November 2009 Selkirk College began its multi-million dollar renovation of the Tenth Street Campus. The work included mechanical and structural upgrades to the studio and replacement of the interior finishes, but did not cover costs associated with equipment, lighting, recording technology or seating. In November 2010 Selkirk committed to raising $150,000 for the studio through its Count Me In campaign. The goal was to replace the 80 wellworn seats with 108 new ones. The campaign also pledged to buy and install new lighting and sound equipment. With the Shambhala donation the target has now been met and the new name of the studio will be the Shambhala Music and Performance Hall. “We are of course thrilled,” Selkirk director of communications and development Barry Auliffe stated in a press release. “We can now complete the studio with the equipment and upgrades needed to stay
Shambhala Music Festival production manager Corrine Zawaduk and Selkirk College president Angus Graeme were all smiles on Wednesday at the announcement at the Tenth Street Campus. Bob Hall photo
on the cutting edge of music and performance training. This provides a colossal advantage for Selkirk’s Contemporary Music and Technology students. It’s exciting for the community as well — we will now have a professional, high tech venue in which to enjoy performances.” Zawaduk — who is one of the two Bundschuh daughters who helps organize the festival — said the idea came about from her mother. Sue Bundschuh is friends with Pat Henman, the Selkirk College fundraiser behind the Count Me In campaign and brought it to her kids’ attention. Zawaduk said when the idea was raised about Shambhala being the major sponsor, the family felt it was a natural fit.
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“We hope to inspire great young minds and we benefit from that because they bring the ideas for the future,” said Zawaduk. The other major contributor to the project is the Southern Interior Development Initiative Trust who came forward with a $50,000 grant. The Shambhala donation made it possible for Selkirk to tap the Trust funding. Also on hand at the Wednesday announcement were the grandparents of Jimmy, Corinne, and Anna Bundschuh. “This is wonderful… I’m so proud of them,” said grandmother Gay deMonreuil. The Shambhala Music and Performance Hall is expected to be opened to students and the public early in 2012.
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Council has second thoughts on transit MEGAN COLE Nelson Star Reporter
Transit was back on the Nelson city council agenda on Tuesday as councillor Donna Macdonald asked city staff to revisit Sunday service. Macdonald presented a motion that “Council direct staff to explore options to provide Sunday transit service, either provided by the city or provided through a partnership with a community organization, and that an update be provided to council by November 7.” The city made several changes to Nelson’s transit service as a means of reducing costs, one of which was the elimination of Sunday service. Since council made the changes, council chambers have often been filled with concerned community members. Macdonald originally voted to discontinue Sunday service. “I do regret how I voted. I think at the time we were feeling considerable financial pressures and we were trying to choose
some short term savings,” said Macdonald. “We get caught up sometimes in financial difficulties and lose perspective or perhaps don’t fully recognize the impacts of the decisions that we make. It wasn’t too long after that vote that I really started having some doubts myself. As time went on my doubts became more certain that that was not the right decision.”
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Councillor Robin Cherbo said during Tuesday’s meeting, “My disappointment is that we didn’t think of this before we passed the original motion. We moved too quickly. “I still think, even though I agree with this motion, the city could have explored other options for funding to provide a public service. I think there are options out in the community but it won’t
be as well done as public city employees.” Macdonald said even though council was presented with ridership numbers when they made their decision, the impacts weren’t evident at the time. “Certainly we had some numbers in front of us and when you make a decision sometimes the impacts aren’t revealed in numbers but in people’s stories and experiences. I think that was the turning point for me,” said Macdonald. Due to provincial legislation, the city is not able to revisit their previous decision which would see the city prove the service. Macdonald hopes with the help of city staff, options in the community may come forward. “I’m hoping that out of this we will identify a community-based option that perhaps helps not only to provide adequate Sunday service but also helps to support a local non-profit or a local business,” said Macdonald. “Hopefully we can find a way to provide the service and benefit the service provider as well.”
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At least two people will challenge incumbent Greg Lay for the mayor’s chair in Kaslo. As of Thursday afternoon, former mayor and perennial candidate Pat Mackle and local business owner Teresa May had both thrown their names in the ring. Lay is seeking his second term as mayor, having previously served as councillor. Five candidates have also filed papers so far for councillor, including incumbent Molly Leathwood and former mayor Jim Holland. The other candidates are Jill Braley, who ran unsuccessfully in 2008, Mel Bryce, and Rob Lang.
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Community Check This Out – Anne DeGrace
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Book discussion just got easier with Book Club Sets
t the Toronto Public Library Booklover’s Ball last year, the silent auction took place in a vast room in which legions of ball-goers and celebrity authors in tux or gown perused, bid, and re-bid. The top item was the opportunity to have Margaret Atwood come to your book club, in person. Starting bid? $1,000. What book club wouldn’t want the chance to ply an author with questions? Luckily, the incredible rise in popularity of the book club, or book discussion group, means that publishers now post online book group questions and author discussions, the better to facilitate your own. Live appearance optional. Discussing books isn’t new. We’ve been coming together in living rooms and kitchens and libraries for a long time, talking about what we’ve read and why
we liked it. What’s new is the remarkable organization around what was once an adhoc event. It’s a trend that bodes well for libraries, booksellers, publishers, authors, and readers. What is new for our library — thanks to the Kootenay Library Federation working in consortium with three other BC library federations — is the acquisition of book club sets: titles now available in orders of five to ten copies through interlibrary loan. So now, getting enough copies of Diane Warren’s Cool Water or John Valliant’s The Tiger for everyone in your club is as easy as making a request, with a little notice. You can also reserve a set for a future date. There are 50 popular titles available now, and the list is growing. More info is as close as our website: nelsonlibrary.ca, or call 250-352-6333. There are plenty of
Guide to Reading Groups (28.8 SAA). I’ve been a guest author at several book clubs and found just about every model you can think of, including a delightful group that enjoyed meals in the culture of the book under dis-
sites online with tips for setting up your own book club — try ala.org for a start — that augment the Nelson library’s physical books, including Ellen Slezak’s The Book Group Book (28.8 SLE) and The New York Public Library
cussion — so Afghani food for The Kite Runner, or Mennonite roast chicken for Treading Water. It’s an undeniably tasty approach, but the real focus remains an appetite for reading. At the library we are regularly asked about local book clubs. We generally steer folks towards the always-welcoming Bookies Book Discussion Group, who meet at the seniors’ centre next to the Civic Theatre the third Wednes-
day of every month. I would love to get a list of book discussion groups in this area, whether the club is open to new members or not. It would make it possible to let groups know about opportunities such as this, and answer queries. Email me at adegrace@nelson.ca. At the Booklover’s Ball I met a mother and daughter team of avid readers and Toronto Public Library supporters who were hovering around
Maggie’s bid sheet, hoping to ensure they wouldn’t be outbid. Although clearly undaunted by a top bid approaching $2,000 (and therefore out of my league), they were delightful and downto-earth. Which is when I realized that readers are just readers — no matter where they meet, and who may or may not be in attendance. They are simply people who love books, and love to discuss them.
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Community Kootenay Lake Hospital Foundation Finds Funds for New Service
Retinology centre gets boost SUBMITTED Special to the Nelson Star
In July, Interior Health announced a new eye clinic at Kootenay Lake Hospital to serve all residents of the Kootenay Boundary who have the wet form of age-related macular degeneration. Visiting retinal specialists will treat patients right here in Nelson, meaning patients will no longer have to travel to Cranbrook or Kelowna for the treatment, which will be fully covered by the province. Kootenay Lake Hospital Foundation has announced its support for this important new service by immediately committing $65,100 to the purchase of equipment to establish this new clinic.
This equipment includes a slit lamp, an indirect ophthalmoscope, an ophthalmology chair, two procedure chairs and a retinal camera with adapter. The equipment will be paid for with excess funds generously donated towards the CT scanner campaign. “The Kootenay Lake Hospital Foundation was delighted to be able to support the retinology clinic, recently established at Kootenay Lake Hospital,” says Foundation chair Pat Dooley. “Our hospital will be the only hospital in the Kootenay Boundary to offer this service. Due to the generosity of the community and the efforts of Interior Health, we have been able to divert some excess money from our CT scanner campaign toward this equipment.”
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Sports Feeding the fury
Nelson’s Chelsea Bronaugh doesn’t consider herself a violent gal, preferring to avoid conflict in everyday life. But this Saturday night the mixed martial artist will tap into her primitive side when she takes to the cage in a sport she calls the ‘ultimate form of self expression’ MEGAN COLE Nelson Star Reporter
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he Ultimate Fighting Championship has brought the world of mixed martial arts to the mainstage, and like many sports, its athletes have inspired young people to become involved in the game.
“I think that putting yourself outside of your safety or comfort zone and doing something where you’re physically fighting, scratches that itch like nothing else and gentles the spirit.” Chelsea Bronaugh
Mixed Martial Artist
For Nelson mixed martial artist Chelsea Bronaugh it was watching a Canadian UFC welterweight champion that helped her become interested in the sport. “I used to hate it,” said Bronaugh about mixed martial arts. “My brother was actually really into it and I saw a picture of George St. Pierre. He is just so astonishingly beautiful that I wanted to see him wearing significantly less clothing and that could be accomplished by watching the fights.” But while watching, Bronaugh didn’t only enjoy
St. Pierre, she also developed an appreciation for the sport and began looking for a gym where she could begin fighting. “I found a little gym in Nelson and then I moved on to the big gym in Trail. I always wanted to fight, it was something that I really wanted to do, so they set me up,” she said. Bronaugh wasn’t involved in karate as a child, instead she did gymnastics and later on, power lifting. But she’s found that both sports have lent themselves to her skills in the cage. Bronaugh travelled to Lethbridge for her first fight and like many first experiences, her first cage match was memorable. “We were at the hotel and I woke up deathly ill,” she said. “I had a super high fever and I just sort of laid in bed and cried all day and ate a chocolate bunny. I thought ‘I wouldn’t go to work like this. I wouldn’t go to school like this, and I’m expected to fight like this.’” She cried all the way to the arena, but as soon as she saw the cage she knew it would be the “best day ever.” “As soon as I got in it was a place beyond thought. I say that fighting is the ultimate form of self expression. You fire on all cylinders. I was so aware of everything. You just really want to go at the other person,” said Bronaugh. “You can’t replicate that experience anywhere except in the cage while you’re fighting. You can’t
faces on the ground. But anything can be used under mixed martial arts and it’s a proven ground to show martial arts as a form of combat,” said Bronaugh. Even though she uses her fists and feet to fight inside the cage, Bronaugh said she doesn’t like conflict. “It wasn’t hard for me to tap into my primitive side because I had a really messed up childhood. I’m a pacifist and I don’t get angry,” she said. “I always say my form of conflict resolution is going into the bathroom and crying or eating cookies in the shower or something. I hate conflict. I’m like ‘why can’t we all hug it out.’” But inside the cage, she connects with something that she believes lays inside everyone. “I think all people are inherently violent and Nelson’s Chelsea Bronaugh women are violent in the trains in Trail. way that they communicate do it in practice. It’s like a lot of the time,” she said. the other person provides “Women employ a lot you with a platform where of emotional violence, and you can explore that side of it’s all violence. I think that yourself and vice versa. It’s putting yourself outside really intimate. You do have of your safety or comfort to tap into the primitive zone and doing something part of your brain and set where you’re physically your phasers from stun to fighting, scratches that itch kill and just go.” like nothing else and it Compared to boxing gentles the spirit. I’m totally or wrestling, the world of gentle and I never think mixed martial arts has very about hurting anyone ever. few rules. I cry when I hear sad news “There are some that stories.” are there to protect us like When Bronaugh steps you can’t hit people in the in the cage, she draws on a back of the head, you can’t hit people in the spine and Story continues to you can’t stomp on peoples ‘Caged’ on Page 23
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KIJHL Stats League Standings Neil Murdoch Division TEAM GP W Nelson 12 8 Beaver Valley 9 7 Castlegar 8 5 Spokane 10 3 Grand Forks 8 0
L 3 2 2 7 8
T 0 0 0 0 0
OTL 1 0 1 0 0
P 17 14 11 6 0
Eddie Mountain Division TEAM GP W Fernie 9 8 Kimberley 9 6 Golden 7 4 Creston Valley 9 4 Columbia Val. 10 0
L 1 3 2 5 9
T 0 0 0 0 0
OTL 0 0 1 0 1
P 16 12 9 8 1
Okanagan Division TEAM GP Osoyoos 11 Penticton 8 Princeton 8 Summerland 9 Kelowna 10
W 7 6 5 4 3
L 4 2 2 5 7
T 0 0 0 0 0
OTL 0 0 1 0 0
P 14 12 11 8 6
Doug Birks Division TEAM GP Kamloops 10 Revelstoke 10 N. Okanagan 9 Sicamous 9 Chase 11
W 7 7 6 3 0
L 1 2 3 6 11
T 0 0 0 0 0
OTL 2 1 0 0 0
P 16 15 12 6 0
Upcoming Games
Friday, October 14 Nelson at Summerland Chase at Sicamous Princeton at Kelowna Revelstoke at Columbia Valley Kamloops at Fernie Kimberley at Grand Forks Castlegar at Creston Valley North Okanagan at Osoyoos Beaver Valley at Spokane Saturday, October 15 Nelson at Penticton North Okanagan at Princeton Creston Valley at Spokane Sicamous at Revelstoke Fernie at Golden Kamloops at Columbia Valley Castlegar at Beaver Valley Sunday, October 16 Kamloops at Golden Sicamous at Osoyoos Kelowna at Penticton Spokane at Castlegar Chase at North Okanagan Summerland at Grand Forks
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Junior Leafs hit the road for pair BOB HALL Nelson Star Editor
If seven games in 10 days wasn’t enough to bring the Nelson Junior Leafs closer together, a road trip to the Okanagan this weekend might help a little more with early season team bonding. After a grueling stretch that saw the locals go 5-20, the Leafs hit the road to Summerland where they will tangle with the Steam tonight. On Saturday night the Neil Murdoch Division leaders will head down Highway 97 to Penticton where they will take on the upstart Lakers. “It’s good to do some team building and spend some time away from Nelson together for a couple days… it will be good for
us,” says Leafs head coach Frank Maida. The Leafs have jumped out to a decent start in this young Kootenay International Junior Hockey League season. With an 8-3-0-1 record, the club has faired well against competition both in their division and out. “I think we look good, but what we have found so far is on any night it can be anybody’s game,” says Maida. “If we go into every game ready, prepared and focused we will be in all games. If we go into games thinking we just need to show up, as we found out on Sunday [in a 5-3 loss to Spokane], we fall behind and have to come back.” Two pleasant surprises in the Leafs line-up this season have been Creston import Matti Jmaeff and Nelson
Minor Hockey product Dallon Stoddart. Jmaeff has proven to be a solid set-up man in the Leafs’ offense, registering 17 assists to go along with
“It’s good to do some team building and spend some time away from Nelson together...” Frank Maida Leafs Coach
three goals. The former Creston Valley Thunder Cat currently sits tied for fourth in the KIJHL scoring race. “Matti has been in the league for a year and I think the change of scenery has worked out really well for him,” says Maida. “He has
had a great start.” Stoddart is in his second full season with the Leafs and has already surpassed his 2010-11 point total of 12. As a centre on a line that features a pair of other locals — Linden Horswill and Carson Willians — Stoddart has notched six goals and seven assists in 12 games. “Dallon has had a great start,” says Maida. “We have put him in many situations and he has responded.” Maida is looking forward to this weekend’s road test. “I’m very pleased with the effort we have been getting and a lot of that has to do with the players being open to learning new systems,” he says. The next Leafs home game is Wednesday against the Beaver Valley Nitehawks.
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Caged Rage 5 Rapture goes Saturday in Castlegar Continued from Page 22 host of martial arts in hopes of defeating her opponent. Unlike boxing or wrestling, mixed martial arts takes place both on the feet and on the ground. “The fight can go anywhere. It can be striking or it can be grappling or wrestling with striking. That’s why our gloves have our fingers exposed so we can wrestle. You can use basically any martial art as long as it’s not an illegal technique,” she said. Some of the martial arts used
include judo, Brazilian and Japanese jiu-jitsu, muay thai, kick boxing, boxing and Greco-Roman wrestling. “If you’re trained in mixed martial arts you tend to use all of those and specialize in them,” said Bronaugh. Other than what Bronaugh describes as “short term ugly,” which is black eyes and split lips, she hasn’t had any major injuries. She will be part of the Caged Rage 5 Rapture mixed martial arts event at Element Night Club in Castlegar on Saturday.
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Bronaugh doesn’t know much about her opponent. “All I know is that she’s tall,” she said. “[Coach] Glen [Kalesniko] likes to keep their identities secret from me. I just got the opportunity to Facebook stalk her two days ago. I believe in going into any situation without many preconceptions because you have to be able to take what comes at you.” For more information about Saturday’s event visit mmamadhouse. com.
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Looking for a way to stay in shape and have fun this winter? Join Nelson’s first Indoor Ultimate Frisbee League. Teams are actively recruiting new players for the upcoming indoor league on Monday nights at Soccer Quest beginning October 17. No matter what your experience level, there is a team that needs your skill set. “I stumbled upon ultimate frisbee in the spring and asked the people playing if I could join in, even though I’d never played before,” says Kate Nott. “They said of course and now I’m completely hooked. “There are a lot of great players who are willing to teach us newbies how to play. I was impressed with the range of age and ability. Our youngest player is 14 and our oldest is 54.
“Having moved to Nelson in March, playing ultimate frisbee has been a great way to get in shape and instantly make connections within the community.” All you need to join the indoor league is a pair of running shoes and a willingness to run. No experience necessary. Ultimate frisbee is a co-ed sport. Guys and gals are both invited. Registration for the indoor league can be done in person at Soccer Quest or online at soccerquest.ca. This summer, Nelson’s Ultimate Frisbee team, The Kootenay Killbillies, took part in three tournaments. “We were B pool champions at both the Revelstoke and the Kamloops tournaments, and we came in 11th overall at the Vernon tournament,” says Amy MacKay. “Considering we were often playing teams from much larger cities, that’s amazing placement.”
Familiar Faces on Selkirk College Hockey Squad
Saints host Vikes SUBMITTED Special to the Nelson Star
The Selkirk College Saints men’s hockey team has been preparing for almost a month for their home opener as the University of Victoria comes to Castlegar Friday and Saturday night. The Saints opened the BCIHL season on the road September 30 when they visited the Okanagan College Coyotes in Kelowna. The Coyotes are ranked in the top three of the BCIHL this year and the Saints made it clear they were not to be taken lightly. After testing each other in the opening frame, Okanagan was the only team to manage a goal as they slipped one past Saints second year goaltender Spenser Wong.
In the second period the Saints outscored their feisty opponent as Nelson’s Caleb Georgetti potted a natural hat trick, earning the Castlegar-based squad a 3-3 tie going in the third. As both teams battled hard for the first win of the young season, it was the Coyotes who scored with three minutes left that literally winded the Saints. They followed it up with an empty net goal to complete the 5-3 win. Last season when the Vikes came to town they earned 3-2 and 4-1 wins and in 2009-10 the Saints earned a 7-6 win and 6-6 tie in the annual double header. Puck drop for both games this coming weekend will be 7:30 p.m. at the Castlegar Complex.
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Churches of Nelson Open your heart to God By Pastor Ken Keber Bethel Christian Centre
the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be I have a friend, by the name of Joe, who was a missionary in Africa for added to you.â€? many years. He shared with me one of his experiences, which I found If we place God ďŹ rst in our lives and live for Him, he will take quite thought provoking. Fairly early on in his work in Africa Joe got care of the rest. I don’t know about you, but I don’t want to be so full of invited to visit a village that he had not been to before. When he arrived good things that I have no room for the best. May I encourage you today at the village the people were very excited to see him. They invited him to to open your heart to God by inviting Jesus Christ to be your very best share with them. They also let him know that they were preparing a feast, friend? with all of the best things that they had, because they wanted to honour Joe in special way. All that day Joe shared with the people from the Bible. He poured out his heart and loved the people to the very best of his ability. Finally after a very long day it was time to eat. Joe told me that he hadn’t eaten all A Friendly Bible day, so he was quite hungry. The Centre Church villagers sat him down in the First Baptist place of honour and brought Church out their greatest delicacy. As he 611 Fifth Street 250-352-3212 looked at the platter before him Worship Service: 10:00 am No Evening Service this week he saw the eyeless stair of a giant Pastor: Rev. Scott Simpson roasted rat looking back at him. 623 Gordon Rd. Nelson BC V1L 5X6 Joe knew that the villagers had fbcnelson.ca Phone 250-352-9322 • Pastor Rev. Ken H. Keber given him their very best and so Part-time childcare available at Refreshments are served after the service slowly and deliberately he began Cornerstone Children’s Centre 250-352-9910 (AfďŹ liated with the Pentecostal Assemblies of Canada) to devour the rat that was set before him. Joe said that after he had eaten his ďŹ ll the ďŹ rst thought that came to his mind Nelson Community Church was that he was now so full of rat that he had no room for a good steak. For me, Joe’s story Rysheak Lightwon literally turned my stomach as Everyone is Welcome “The Connection between Water, I thought of having to eat rat. Consciousness and Spiritualityâ€? Your Pastors: For the people of that village, Majors Robin and Yvonne Borrows that was the best they knew of. 905 Gordon Rd (New to Nelson) They could not understand or appreciate the things that we in 250 551 4986 (IHA Bldg., back door) 601 Vernon Street (Middle Level) the west enjoy. I dare say that, if you like meat, a good T-bone steak sounds a whole lot better Minister: David Boyd than a whole roasted rat. CATHEDRAL OF MARY IMMACULATE Sunday Worship Gathering: 10:00 am I believe that life Nelson 813 Ward Street 352-7131 United around us is a lot like this Church story. There are many things Sunday Mass Times: that are vying for our attention, t 4BUVSEBZ QN things that to us seem good t 4VOEBZ BN All are welcome and desirable. Many of the BOE BN Nursery Room Available things that we consume may be perfectly ďŹ ne. The question that 602 Silica Street, Nelson BC V1L 4N1 Parish office open weekday mornings. I would ask today is simply this, rccathedral@shaw.ca Ph: 250.352.2822 • www.nelsonunitedchurch.ca tedchurch ca r www.catholiccathedralnelson.ca “can we be so full of good things that we miss out on the best things?â€? The Bible says in St. Saviour's ProCathedral Matthew 16:26 “What good Ward & Silica, Nelson will it be for a man if he gains Family Service & Eucharist Sunday 10:30 AM the whole world, yet forfeits his Loving Jesus, Loving People, soul? Or what can a man give in St. Matthew's Transforming Lives exchange for his soul?â€? Village Road, South Slocan Sunday 9:30 AM In our western society • (No service third Sunday) OfďŹ ce: 8am - 1pm Tue - Fri we do everything we can to 702 Stanley St. • 352.9613 250.352.5711 build that nest egg, or have a Sundays at 10:00 am St. Michael & All Angels stsaviours@netidea.com Busk Road Balfour good retirement plan so that our Pastor Arden Gustafson www.stsavioursnelson.org Sunday 11 AM Pastor Chris Wiens last years will be well provided for. We pour our whole lives into preparing for a few years, • or maybe a decade or two of 7741 Upper Balfour Rd. • 229.2301 retirement, but we give little or Sundays at 9:30 am no thought about eternity. I Pastor Jason Ashley think that the question Jesus asks in Matthew is a good • question. What good is it to 2840 Eden Rd. • 359.5065 gain the whole world but lose Sundays at 10:00 am your soul? Pastor Jesse Lerch Let’s look at some other words that Jesus spoke in Matthew 6:33. “But seek ďŹ rst
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Last day today Continued from Page 5 “It is important that this money is spent wisely. The successful candidates are charged with insuring the needs of all students are met and that there are equal opportunities for all students to succeed. These nine people are responsible for making permanent and life changing decisions that involve the futures of our young people and indeed of our whole community.� Among the present board, most incumbents say they are either running for re-election or leaning that way. Salmo Valley trustee Art Field, Kaslo’s Dawn Lang and North Shore trustee Lenora Trenaman have all filed papers. So has chair Mel Joy, who represents Creston, and faces challenger Heather Suttie. Slocan Valley trustee Barb Lindsay is also running but hopes she will not be unopposed. “I encourage everyone to run against me,� she says, adding that she would especially like to see some younger people in the mix. Nelson’s Bill Maslechko said Tuesday evening he was still debating it, but was leaning towards running again. Fellow Nelson trustee Bob Wright said he wasn’t sure. South rural trustees Verna Mayers-McKenzie and Annette Hambler-Pruden will both be seeking another term. They are challenged by Vladimir Certik and Robert Gollan. The deadline for nominations is today at 4 p.m. Nominations can be picked up at the school district office. — Greg Nesteroff
Obituaries In loving memory of a dear mother and grandmother, Mabel, who passed away October 14, 2010. You can only have one mother, Patient, kind and true, No other friend in all the world, Will be as true to you. To those who have a mother, Cherish her with care, You’ll never know how much you miss her, Until she is no longer there. -Sadly missed but always remembered by son Michael, daughter-in-law Faye and grandchildren Marni and Heather.
Posnikoff Notice of Passing Posnikoff, Nellie Posnikoff passed away peacefully on October 11, 2011 at Kootenay Lake Hospital at the age of 91 years. She was predeceased by her husband John in 1993. Nellie treasured quality family time as well as many hours spent sewing, knitting, gardening and being ‘Mom’ to all around her. Nellie will be lovingly remembered by her four sons; Nick( Judy), Mike(Sandra), John(Gunilla), and Walter(Raynelle); her grandchildren; Susan, Michael, Peter, Jennifer, Nina, Erik, Ashley, Nick, and Stacy. Five great grandchildren; Justin, Shawn, Brittany, Taylor, and Max, as well as numerous nieces, nephews, and friends. Funeral service will be held Saturday, October 15, 2011 from 11:00 to 12 noon at The Chapel of Thompson Funeral Service Ltd. Burial will follow at the Boulder Creek Cemetery. As an expression of sympathy family and friends may make a donation a charity of choice. On line condolence may be expressed at www.thompsonfs.ca Arrangements are under the direction of Thompson Funeral Service Ltd.
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Lost & Found FOUND: Dega Umbrella & Ladies Patagonia Jacket at Nelson Pharmasave. Pls contact customer service/front counter FOUND: Silver camera in the Save-On-Foods parking lot in Nelson on October 5th. Please call Peter to id 250-399-4486 LOST: Brown sunglasses (lrg frames) w/gold “V” on arm & brown lenses. Last seen at Nelson Library. Call 352-1748 LOST: DVD binder/case full of movies. Pages hold 4 discs ea Please call Rhys 505-9534 LOST: Engagement ring; gold band w/amethyst stone w/diamond on each side Sentimental value! call Pamela 250-352-7575; 250-352-8234 (mon-wed days)
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5FullTime Log Truck Drivers needed for multi year contract in the Quesnel Area. 1FullTime Mechanic needed to maintain own fleet of trucks. Year round work available. Excellent pay with Health Plan. Email resume: dennis@overthehighway.com Fax: (250)992-8311 or Phone: 1(800)667-3944 A Phone Disconnected? We can help. Best Rates, Speedy Connections, Great Long Distance. Everyone Approved. Call Today 1-877-852-1122 Protel Reconnect
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Employment Help Wanted CAD technician wanted for part-time work with Terra Erosion Control Ltd. (www.terraerosion.com) in Nelson, BC. Experience with environmental consulting and writing proposals and technical reports an asset. Must be competent with Microsoft Office, Corel and Excel. Please apply with resume by email to admin@terraerosion.com. CHILDCARE MANAGER: dynamic, experienced administrator required full-time for 40 space campus-based childcare centre in Campbell River commencing November. Visit www.forestcirclesociety.com for more information. Please submit letter of introduction and resume to: apply2forestcircle@gmail.com Feller Buncher and Operator needed for the Golden area. For more information call Dale Henderson Hauling Ltd. 250-344-6784. P/T & Holiday Relief Bartender required Royal Canadian Legion Branch 51, Nelson Serving it Right Cert. req’d Please drop off resume at 402 Victoria St Attention Carol TU-DOR Lock & Safe P/T employee wanted computer skills, engraving, key cutting, running till & administration a plus please drop resumes off after October 11th at 509B Lake Street, Nelson, BC
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OCT. 15 at 8:00PM AT THE CAPITOL THEATRE A perennial favourite with Nelson audiences, Jasper Wood has established himself as one of Canada’s top violinists. His “thrilling virtuosity” (The Strad) and “open luminous tones, seamless lines and impeccable technique” (Toronto Star) have charmed the ears and captured the hearts of music lovers everywhere. Pianist David Riley has received rave reviews throughout the U.S. and Canada, including “Absolutely exquisite technique” (New York Concert Review), and “A soloist’s dream, star quality, gifted and sensitive ...” (Billings Gazette).
SINGLE TICKET: ADULTS $24 STUDENT* $14
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Tickets available at the CAPITOL THEATRE 421 Victoria St., Nelson BC 250-352-6363 www.capitoltheatre.bc.ca
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School District No. 20 (Kootenay-Columbia) invites applications for the position of
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The Position: Reporting to the Superintendent, the Secretary-Treasurer, as the Chief Financial OfďŹ cer and Corporate OfďŹ cer of the Board, provides expertise and advice in the areas of ďŹ nance, operations and corporate services to the elected board, district and schools. The Secretary-Treasurer, through sound ďŹ nancial planning and management, allocates resources to be utilized to support student learning while ensuring ďŹ scal responsibility and accountability. The Secretary-Treasurer provides expertise and support so that the District achieves its vision and objectives. The speciďŹ c responsibilities include: s LEADING AND OVERSEEING THE &INANCE AND /PERATIONS departments s DEVELOPING DISTRICT BUDGETS s DEALING WITH LEGAL AND INSURANCE MATTERS s OVERSEEING "OARD AND CORPORATE AFFAIRS INCLUDING recording and maintaining minutes of the Board and standing committee meetings; coordinating and distributing Board correspondence s FULlLLING THE RESPONSIBILITIES AND REQUIREMENTS OF THE Secretary-Treasurer as outlined in the School Act &OR FULL POSITION DETAILS INCLUDING QUALIlCATIONS AND HOW to apply please refer to our website (www.sd20.bc.ca) on the Job Postings – Administrative and Exempt page under the Careers / Employment section.
School District No. 20 (Kootenay-Columbia) invites applications for the position of
DIRECTOR OF HUMAN RESOURCES Competition # 11-E-02
The Position: Reporting to the Superintendent, the Director of Human Resources leads the day-to-day operations of the Human Resources department with an emphasis on both human resources and labour relations. You will have daily interactions with other district leadership staff and representatives from both our unions. You are a strategic thinker who enjoys both people and challenges. Your exceptional interpersonal skills and problem solving abilities helps guide your actions in supporting the Board, the district and our 600+ staff members. The speciďŹ c responsibilities include: s (UMAN RESOURCES n STAFlNG ALLOCATIONS RECRUITMENT leaves, performance management s ,ABOUR RELATIONS n COLLECTIVE AGREEMENT IMPLEMENTATION negotiations, grievances s 3TRATEGIC PLANNING RELATED TO HUMAN RESOURCES n workforce planning, leadership development s 3UPPORTING OTHER LEADERSHIP TEAM MEMBERS s -ANAGING INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL RELATIONSHIPS &OR FULL POSITION DETAILS INCLUDING QUALIlCATIONS AND HOW to apply please refer to our website (www.sd20.bc.ca) ON THE *OB 0OSTINGS n !DMINISTRATIVE AND %XEMPT PAGE UNDER THE #AREERS %MPLOYMENT SECTION
We are still hiring - Dozer & excavator operators required by a busy Alberta oilďŹ eld construction company. We require operators that are experienced and preference will be given to operators that have constructed oilďŹ eld roads and drilling locations. You will be provided with motels and restaurant meals. Competitive wages, bonus and transportation daily to and from job sites. Our work is in the vicinity of Edson, Alberta. Call 780-723-5051.
• First Cook $18.75/hr (up to $1950/wk) • Second Cook $15.75/hr. (up to $1635/wk) • Camp Attendant $14.75/hr. (up to $1530/wk). LRG Catering has seasonal remote location job openings starting in October. Room & Board & Transportation Included while working in camp. Please fax resume to: (1)780-462-0676, or apply online @ www.toughnecks.com
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Kootenay Boundary Division of Family Practice This contracted position is for approximately 22 hours per week and will involve home-based working. Key tasks include: • Ensuring that the Division’s administrative systems are efÀcient and effective • Supporting the Ànancial management of the Division • Providing support to the Division board and committees • Assisting in event planning and hosting
The successful candidate will: • Be highly organized, paying attention to detail and able to perform multiple tasks, balance priorities and meet deadlines • Have excellent computer skills, including in Excel • Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills • Have at least three years experience in ofÀce administration. • Be able to work well alone and as part of a regional team • Have good writing skills, with minute taking and transcribing skills an asset • Be able to travel within the Kootenay Boundary region • Have their own computer / home ofÀce. The hourly fee rate will be $25 (excluding HST if applicable).
For a detailed Job Description please see www.divisionsbc.ca/kb/careers
Please email your resume with a letter outlining the skills you bring to this job to Abby Oosthuyzen abbyoosthuyzen@yahoo.com or mail it to: The Kootenay Boundary Division of Family Practice, P.O Box 9, Nelson, BC V1L 5P7 Closing date: October 26th 2011
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Alfalfa, alfalfa mix or straight grass (small square bales) in Lister. Call Jay or Trish at 250428-9755
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Auctions FITNESS EQUIP AUCTION as new Gym Equip, Indoor Soccer Arena, OfďŹ ce Equip; Oct 22, 11 AM, 3348 Sexsmith Rd, Kelowna B.C. View photos at doddsauction.com (special auction) 1-866-545-3259
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BC INSPECTED GRADED AA OR BETTER LOCALLY GROWN NATURAL BEEF Hormone Free Grass Fed/Grain Finished $100 Packages Available Quarters/Halves $2.35/lb Hanging Weight Extra Lean Hamburger $3.50/lb TARZWELL FARMS 250-428-4316 Creston
Garage Sales Fri/Sat/Sun ~ Oct 14/15/16 4634 Crescent Rd (11mile) Lots of Goodies!! Sat/Sun October 15/16 8am-4pm ~ 5719 Khadikin Rd (off Taghum Frontage Rd.) Huge 3 Family Sale!!! Saturday Oct 15th 10am - 3pm 3404 Bodard Road ~ 7 mile MOVING SALE Household & yard items
Heavy Duty Machinery A-STEEL SHIPPING STORAGE CONTAINERS / Bridges 20’40’45’53’ Used / Damaged 40’ insulated makes great shop. Only $2300! Needs door and 40’HC $2800 No Rust! Semi Trailers for Hiway & storage. Delivery BC and AB Call 24 hrs 1-866-528-7108 www.rtccontainer.com A-STEEL SHIPPING STORAGE CONTAINERS / Bridges 20’40’45’53’ Used / Damaged 40’ insulated makes great shop. Only $2300! Needs door and 40’HC $2800 No Rust! Semi Trailers for Hiway & storage. Delivery BC and AB Call 24 hrs 1-866-528-7108 www.rtccontainer.com
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Car Dolly: Rewired, wheels have been greased very recently. Works very well. Asking $799. Call 250-354-7471. Located in Nelson HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/newspaper? THULE SUMMIT CARGO BOX, 3-4 Snow Boards 3-4 Skis, Mint cond with key & Lock $250, 250-352-5114
Mobile Homes & Parks Whispering Pines Manufactured Home Park Home Sites available Beautiful riverside community in Genelle. New Homes coming in August or September receive 3 months Free site rent Phone: 250-693-2136 www.whisperingpinesmhp.com
Mortgages Mortgage Help! Beat bank rates for purchases and reďŹ nances, immediate debt consolidation, foreclosure relief, and equity loans. Free, fast, friendly, private consultations. Call 1-888-685-6181 www.mountaincitymortgage.ca
Rentals Apt/Condo for Rent Nelson Fairview: Clean quiet, 2 bdrm apt. Adult oriented. NS/NP. Ref required. $600/mo + util. Call 250-352-3965
Apartment Furnished SIX MILE: Furnished Suites, NS/NP Starting @ $800/month utilities included 250-825-9421
Duplex / 4 Plex NELSON Rosemont: 3bdrm 1/2 Duplex, corner lot, lrg deck, w/d/f/s, new h/w oors & bathroom. NS/NP Avail.Nov1st $1000/mo 250-352-2205
Homes for Rent BEAUTIFUL 2BR 1000 sq/ ft. home 15 minutes from Nelson. Steep, 4 WD plowed road. Organic gardens, pond, view. NS/ND. $950 plus utilities. Nov. 1. 250-353-7224.
GORGEOUS 3BDR HOME: Nelson/Fairview: Cozy, bright & spacious, lots of storage, quiet, convenient location near bus routes, mall, Safeway, schools, health services, & downtown, lake & parks. No shared accommodations & long-term tenants pref. NS/NP Avail. Mid-Nov 250-354-4770 NELSON: 3 bdrm, central location, f/s/w/d aux wood heat, yard, sm garage NS, ref req’d $1200/mo + util 250-229-2176 NELSON (6 mile)- 1 Bdrm waterfront suite, NS/NP. Refs req’d Call 250-825-4471 or 250-354-9434. PROCTOR: Lrg 3bdrm/1bth f/s, w/d, NS, $800/mo + util. Avail now 250-505-2186 msg PROCTOR: Newly reno’d 2 bdrm, 1 acre, quiet, private. $950/mo. 250-354-8510 SMALL 2 bedroom house for rent in Uphill Nelson. F/S/W/D no pets, no smoking $875 +utilities 354-4670 Updated 2.5 bdrm Mobile Home, N/S, N/P, W/D, Adult Park, Ref required, 7 min to Nelson on Granite Rd. $800.00/mth plus utilities. 250-352-0898
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Coin Collector Buying old Coins, Silver, Gold, Olympic + Also buying bulk silver coins. Chad: 250-863-3082 (Local)
Beautiful downtown professional /ofďŹ ce building for lease, 601 Kootenay St. 825-9932 NELSON: near Nelson Ford, 300sq ft ofďŹ ce space Available November 1st. $450/mo incl. utilities. Call 250-825-4700
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DESIRABLE OFFICE space for rent: 406 sq ft w/ skylights, avail immed, 406 sq ft, lower level w/ window, avail immed. Front Street Emporium. 601 Front St., Nelson. For more info call Douglas Barber at 250-551-4449 or preferably: dearlb@yahoo.com
AUTUMN SPECIAL!!! BOATING SEASON IS STILL BEAUTIFUL IN FALL MUST SELL & MOVE BEFORE WINTER!! $1000 OFF!! Your Cabin on the Lake
Shared Accommodation NELSON: Fairview 1 bdrm quiet/clean, ns/np $450/mo util incl. 250-505-4248 Ref req’d
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Kootenay Kaos Makes Splash in Adventure Racing
Looking back on a summer of adventure MEGAN COLE Nelson Star Reporter
Adventure and wilderness junkies converged on the West Kootenay in July when Raid the North Extreme came to town, and even though the expedition brought racers from around the world there was one team with the home advantage. Raid the North was the first adventure race for Kootenay Kaos (who are Vince Hempsall, Dustin Eagleston, Sacha Kalabis and Nelson Rocha), but since Raid the North the team made their way to Vancouver Island to participate in Momar (Mind Over Mountain Adventure Racing). “I’ve been interested in adventure racing for probably 10 years or so. I’ve never done one though but always wanted to,” said Nelson Rocha. “I found out about the Raid the North coming to the West Kootenay and so I put a team together and signed up.”
Kootenay Kaos is Dustin Eagleston, Sacha Kalabis, Nelson Rocha and Vince Hempsall.
Kootenay Kaos formed four months before Raid the North. “I knew one of the guys, Vince. And then he knew Dusty, and then Dusty knew Sasha,” said Rocha. “It was just kind of word of mouth and friends of friends. I sent an email out to all the people that I thought might be interested and then they recommended
other people. It just kind of came together that way.” Training for an adventure race involved more than hitting the gym and watching your carbs. Kootenay Kaos spent a lot of time bushwacking their way through the woods around Nelson. “We did a 24 hour training session where we went to New
Denver and then did some biking and hiking around in the dark, bushwacking mostly,” said Rocha. “Then we did a training session where we went out to Whitewater and got dropped off and made our way back to Nelson through the bush just using map and compass. We tried to hit checkpoints that we’d set for ourselves.” Despite some of the setbacks for other teams during Raid the North, which included gear not being transported to transition points on time, Rocha said the overall experience of the race was positive. “For us everything just sort of worked out and where it didn’t work out we kind of anticipated that it wouldn’t,” he said. “We planned for that, so we were able to work through it and keep going where other teams sort of got stuck. We had a lot of fun and were always pretty much in good spirits.” Even though the team had spent some of their training
practicing bushwacking, Rocha said it was “really intense” during the race. “It was on the first and second day where we had to go from Meadow Creek to Retallack and that was really brutal bushwacking,” he said. “I think a lot of people underestimated how gnarly the bush can be up around here. We did a 37-hour trek through the Valhallas and that was really gnarly. It was wet and cold through the night, steep and there was lots of alder.” In the interest of making good time on the race, many teams limited their sleep. Kootenay Kaos averaged about three hours a night for the six or seven days they were out in the wilderness. “On the paddle down the Lower Arrow Lake, we started hallucinating a little bit,” said Rocha. “It was dark and we were all literally falling asleep while we were paddling. Story continues to Page 31
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Con’t from Page 30 “We got to the point where it was just silly to keep going so we pulled over and slept for a little while on the shore. The trouble is it’s really hard to find a place to pull over on that lake because there isn’t very much shoreline. We fluked out and found a place. We heard a little stream and knew there would be a little delta and a little flat spot, and there was. We pulled in there and slept for a few hours and kept going in the morning.” Each team member had a designated role during the Raid the North race. “I was the navigator in charge of directing us, using map and compass,” said Rocha. “Sasha was first aid. Vince was the maintenance guy, and Dusty was team morale. It all worked out pretty well. We all had our own tasks because it’s too much for one person to take on.” A lot of the other teams in Raid the North compete on the international adventure racing circuit, and even though Kootenay Kaos was involved in the race for the experience and enjoyment of the outdoors, Rocha said he was “inspired” by the other competitors. “I really admire and respect the people who are really focused on adventure racing,” he said. “We couldn’t really watch them but we heard stories from other participants and volunteers. They’re just machines. They have a lot of will power and mental strength. It’s not just your physical strength, it’s your mental capacity to keep pushing. I was pretty impressed
by them. The winning team beat us by two days and did a much longer variation of the course.” Kootenay Kaos won free entry into the Momar race in Cumberland from Raid the North. Momar took place on September 24. “Momar was a lot of fun. But it was a totally different beast than Raid the North,” said Rocha. “Raid the North was like a sixday expedition style race where you’re not worried about losing a few minutes or an hour here or there. We actually ended up spending more time in one transition area, where we transition from biking to canoeing, than we did in the entire Momar race. The whole Momar race was eight hours and we ended up spending eight hours at that one check point.” Instead of focusing on speed during Raid the North, Kootenay Kaos tried to maintain a pace they knew they could keep for six days. “Momar is basically a sprint in the world of adventure racing. We went into it with no expectations of winning or even placing, we just wanted to have fun with it,” said Rocha. “It was a free entry we won from Raid the North. We just had a lot of fun and joked around all the time. We won the best team spirit award which got us another entry to next year’s race.” Rocha said that
he’d like to continue doing adventure races, but it won’t be his “full time thing.” The racing experience also helped forge a special bond between the teammates.
“We’re all pretty close. When you spend six days with three other people and you go through that sort of experience, everyone is relying on everyone else to get them through,” said Rocha. “We all have our highs and lows and they happen at different times so somebody could be feeling like shit and the other people have to come in and help that person and vice
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versa. We’re all close friends now. “There’s something that happens where when we’re hanging out just a couple of us. It’s fun and we’re friends, but for some reason when it’s all four of us together it’s like some kind of chemistry that happens and we’re totally goofy.” For more information about Kootenay Kaos visit their website at raid.inthe koots.com.
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