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think that he works hard and he really does try, but he just can’t seem to get that final product right,” Ormond told the Star during a break at Wednesday night rehearsal. “There is a disconnect somewhere. He gets to the point where there is a last little missing part of the boot that doesn’t quite get finished. But he loves his family and has a heart of gold.” Acting has been in Ormond’s blood since his own shoes were much smaller. The first speaking role he ever had was in Grade 5 in
Nelson residents are going to have an opportunity to weigh in on the future of chickens in the city. At Monday’s special council meeting, city staff recommended to council that the city engage in public consultation to see the possible standards and regulations needed to keep hens in Nelson. The recommendation comes after one in the spring where council passed a motion asking staff to prepare an amendment to the animal control bylaw to allow for the keeping of hens in the city. “I think it needs to be put into context of housing animals in the city generally,” said Mayor John Dooley. “I don’t like oneoffs. I like to see how these things fit overall. What does that mean when we’re done with chickens? Do we go to ducks, then to bees, then goats and on and on.” Dooley said no matter what the city does on the topic of backyard chickens the interests
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Pantomime’s Pillar Starting next week a cast of more than 50 community members will dance into the spotlight for the Capitol Theatre’s annual Christmas pantomime. Once again the rock that holds the action on stage together will be humble stage veteran Bruce Ormond
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e’s the elder statesman of Nelson pantomime and Bruce Ormond has seen it all — charming princes, nasty villains, dames of all shapes and sizes, bizarre fairies, boozy judges, radiant princesses and plenty of paupers. Starting Thursday night, the local stage veteran will once again be part of the Capitol Theatre’s traditional romp through song and dance as the curtain opens on the Christmas pantomime’s
presentation of The Elves and the Shoemaker. “The day before opening night I wonder what I have gotten myself into again,” says Ormond, who estimates he has been on stage for at least 15 of the productions since the mid-1980s. “But once it comes, I realize why.” In this year’s show, Ormond plays Tom Cobbler. It’s one of the production’s main roles and being cast as Cobbleham’s most famous shoemaker is an opportunity for locals to see one of the community’s theatre pillars in action once again. “He’s a fella that really likes to
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Property owners could be facing a hefty bill if their building is damaged by fire. The Nelson Fire Department recently completed an update to the fire regulation bylaw which includes stronger regulations for property owners and insurance brokers after a building has been consumed by fire. “It was definitely associated with the last major commercial fires that we had in Nelson. Plus some of the residential home fires that we had,” said Nelson fire chief Simon Grypma. “We were having a difficult time addressing some of the concerns and issues with the insurance companies and having them deal with the clean up in a timely manner.” With some buildings, the fire department is left dealing with out-of-town landlords and insurance brokers. “When people are long distance landlords and representatives they don’t really have an impact of what’s happening in the community because they don’t see it on a daily basis like some of the other local landlords, building owners and insurance companies and brokers where they take a more personal approach to it,” said Grypma. The new regulation is intended to “streamline” the department’s requirements
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property, and the city and fire department has to do it themselves, the property owners will be billed. “We could clean that up and if homeowners or commercial property owners do not comply with that order to clean up and we do have to take that action to clean up the area then we would bill the property owner for the cost and if they refuse to pay, it would just be attached to the city taxes,” said Grypma. The updated bylaw also addresses fires caused by “illegal activities such as marijuana grow ops or a clandes-
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A Stellar start to winter Local heliski operation’s bounty of snow and world class terrain finds its way onto a pair of the industry’s premier magazine covers just in time to create a mega buzz for the upcoming season
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Aboriginal completion rate hits 70% GREG NESTEROFF Nelson Star Reporter
STUDENT WAGE SUBSIDY AVAILABLE Provide a part-time job for full-time high school and post-secondary students during the school year. School Works, a new CBT pilot program provides an $8/hr student wage subsidy to small businesses, non-profit and First Nation organizations and public bodies in the Columbia Basin. School Works applications being accepted starting December 1, 2011.
The percentage of aboriginal students completing school in the Kootenay Lake district has risen dramatically in the last two years. Superintendent Jeff Jones says while as a whole, 76 per cent of students completed school within six years, the rate among aboriginal stu-
dents climbed from 50 to 70 per cent. “While this information needs closer scrutiny, a 70 per cent completion rate for our aboriginal students — only a six per cent gap with non-aboriginal students — is outstanding and exceeds the provincial average,� Jones said in a report to trustees. “We are hopeful that our focus on raising the aware-
ness of aboriginal education in our district and the awareness work being done is having a positive impact.� The district has about 700 aboriginal students, according to director of instruction Andy Leathwood, and those numbers have been growing, including an increase of about 50 this year. Leathwood suggested it is partly the result of less stigma
attached to being aboriginal, and therefore more students self-identifying themselves. As for the increase in the completion rate, Leathwood credited both raising awareness of the district’s aboriginal enhancement agreement and a team approach with support workers. The provincial aboriginal completion rate is about 50 per cent.
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Exposure for local ski industry priceless Continued from Page 3 personally ever witnessed,� he says in the magazine. The Powder cover, meanwhile, was taken in the Selkirks on the west shore of Kootenay Lake by a photographer with another film company, Sherpa Cinema, which was in the midst of filming a movie called All I Can — currently the top sports movie on iTunes. “They’ve done a smashup job on that,� Keyserlingk says. “They were out filming with us last year and brought a young, very talented photographer named Jordan Manley.� But it was Garrett Grove whose shot of skier Jeff Campbell “flashing his way through the Selkirks� wound up on the cover — which is actually a fold-out.
Normally the credit and caption appear in the masthead, but in this case Stellar is mentioned right on the cover.
“We’re really grateful we’ve got the talent and winters and terrain we have here in the Kootenays. And the exposure coming out of it is great for everybody.� Martin Keyserlingk Stellar Heliskiing
Both film companies actually have direct Nelson connections: Absinthe director Justin Hostynek has his editing studio here, while Sherpa Cinema also
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has one fellow based here. Keyserlingk says it’s a happy coincidence that both pictures appeared at the same time. “Photographers come out, take their shots, then submit them to different publications that choose the best of the best. I know there’s more coming out in the next month or two, but you never know when or how.� The publicity is paying off for Stellar, which is heading into its sixth season running single and multi-day trips. “We’re already seeing a lot more traffic on our website and on blogs,� Keyserlingk says. “We’re really grateful we’ve got the talent and winters and terrain we have here in the Kootenays. And
the exposure coming out of it is great for everybody.� He adds the dollar-value equivalent of the two covers is “through the roof,� as a full-page ad in Powder costs well over $10,000, “much more than we would ever be able to afford.� More media outlets are lined up to check out Stellar’s terrain this year, “so the word’s starting to spread, which is great,� Keyserlingk says. “You see a lot of highquality images of the Kootenays in national, North American, and even international magazines. It keeps driving the point home that we compete on a global scale with our product.� Both magazines are now on shelves.
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Kootenay Lake School District trustees will tell bargaining agents in the ongoing teacher dispute that job action is resulting in higher absenteeism amongst both teachers and principals. But union reps called the decision this week to write both the BC Public School Employers Association and BC Teachers Federation “hasty� and unfounded. The board heard Tuesday that absence due to illness in the district is up 12.5 per cent among teachers this year compared to the fiveyear average, and up 19.7 per cent among administrators, who have taken on additional duties during the work-to-rule campaign. Superintendent Jeff Jones called the numbers “staggering.� “I am very, very concerned,� he said, attributing
the figures at least partly to the strike. He added that as the dispute enters its fourth month, the public seems blissfully unaware. “I don’t think people understand the urgency of this situation,� he said. “It’s got to end. It boggles my mind that people in the community don’t know teachers are on strike.� Trustees agreed to tell both sides, as well as the government, about the negative impacts of the job action, including increased absentee rates. Lenora Trenaman said she was frustrated with any increase of illness, regardless of the cause, and Annette Hambler-Pruden wondered who would fund the additional sick pay. However, the decision to write the letter was challenged by teacher reps. Becky Blair of the Kootenay Lake Teachers’ Association said she was “amazed� board members didn’t
question the data. She said collectively the district has one of the oldest groups of teachers in the province, “so we are going to have more health issues.�
“I don’t think people understand the urgency of this situation. It’s got to end. It boggles my mind that people in the community don’t know teachers are on strike.� Jeff Jones District Superintendent
Tom Newell of the Nelson District Teachers’ Association said it was “hasty� of the board to pass the motion without getting other perspectives from partner groups. “I think they’ll find the letter will be not factual
enough to really garner much support,� he said. Newell added he “wholeheartedly disagrees� with the notion the dispute is making teachers sick: “I am not hearing anything to say this strike is stressing us out.� But he wasn’t sure about administrators: “Their workload has changed, so it may be an impact. I have no idea. I know one has a back injury. That has nothing to do with job action.� Newell says after 55 days of bargaining, the parties are entrenched, and the dispute may last all year unless an arbitrator or mediator intervenes. He says he’s telling members to be prepared for a long strike. Both union reps suggested parents have been highly supportive, however, and since job action is designed not to disrupt studies, they feel they’ve succeeded if the public hasn’t noticed any difference.
Still no resolve at Occupy Nelson camp MEGAN COLE Nelson Star Reporter
It’s back to the table for the Occupy Nelson movement and the City of Nelson after the campers turned down an offer from council. Members of city council and Mayor John Dooley were joined by Cheryl Dowden, the executive director of ANKORS and co-chair of the Nelson Committee on Homelessness, and Jenny Robinson, executive director of Nelson CARES and a Nelson Committee on Homelessness member at a meeting with the occupiers Tuesday. Dooley felt the meeting went well and council offered that in exchange for the current site being removed, the city would let them to have an information booth at City Hall. “Our offer still stands, that they’re welcome to have a presence in the form of an information site if they wish, and we will be more than happy to provide power to that between the hours of 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. But we want the site as it is to be removed and cleaned up,� said Dooley. The letter from Occupy Nelson was received by council on Wednesday afternoon. Dooley said it was a little short notice to totally respond, but they were going to continue their conversation with the group for the next couple days.
“We want this changed outside and at the end of the day we’ll have to make sure that we’re looking out for the greater good of the community and that people are adhering to the policies and bylaws that we have in place about people camping in public spaces,� he said.
“At the end of the day we’ll have to make sure that we’re looking out for the greater good of the community.� Mayor John Dooley The response from the occupiers read: “The homelessness issue in Nelson is such that even our little amount of aid has become part of people’s lives. We cannot in good conscience remove our protest camp without a tenable solution that provides those in need with a safe space for the upcoming winter months. We feel that the nature of the protest camp would change if such a space were available.� Dooley said there is no question finding adequate accommodation in the city for the homeless is a challenge. “We’re willing to work with the various groups in the community like Nelson CARES to see if there is a possible solution to that particu-
lar question that they have,� he said. “We’ll continue to do that and I think it’s important that we’re always on task looking for opportunities to create spaces for people to be living that are a clean and safe environment. However, this is not what we have out here.� Robinson said a number of points were brought forward at Tuesday’s meeting but for Nelson CARES the most important issue was around homelessness. “It’s come to our attention that some of the people at the Occupy site are houseless, and that’s our concern for their safety and if we can support them in anyway long term we’d like to do that,� said Robinson. She said the group came to a lot of concrete decisions at the end of the meeting. “One of the pieces was to ensure that participants of Occupy could come to the Nelson Committee on Homelessness meetings.� Robinson said they applied Wednesday to BC Housing for additional funding for six emergency wet winter beds. “Our ultimate concern is if the Occupy participants are able to stay on the grounds that they are safe and when the temperature drops they actually have a place to go in the night.� She said all 19 shelter beds are full, and expects to here from BC Housing within in the week.
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his is certainly not the first time you are going to read a shop local editorial in this newspaper and it won’t be the last. We hammer it home because it’s important and we’re not going to apologize. The reasons are many and you’ve likely heard them all. Yet, too many people in this community who love the lifestyle still make their buying decisions in isolation from what makes most sense for greater Nelson’s greater good. Spending your money outside the West Kootenay does nothing to sustain what we all cherish so much. Let’s take this very newspaper as an example. Presumably if you have gotten this far, you value local news and opinion. We do too and thank you for your support. What brings this newspaper to life every Wednesday and Friday are the businesses you see scattered throughout these pages. From the small retailer in the downtown to the chain stores in the Chahko Mika Mall to the car dealers throughout the area, they are as vital to our success as we are to theirs. They employ us and we in turn help employ them. The spinoff for readers is you continue to get all the important news, views, arts and sports this community is chock-full of. With the arrival of the Christmas shopping season, the push from local merchants, the Nelson and District Chamber of Commerce, the Nelson Business Association (and us) is stronger than ever. Local businesses need this season to make the books balance for the rest of the year. We need to support them. The temptation to travel to Spokane or Kelowna for shopping is strong, but those businesses will not provide your favourite community group with a donation for an event in April. The property taxes Okanagan and American businesses pay won’t help keep the roads plowed in the winter and Lakeside Park blooming in the summer. We are all partners in ensuring this tiny, fragile economy works. Money comes in, money goes out. If it stays local then everybody wins. We want to hear from you. E-MAIL LETTERS TO: newsroom@nelsonstar.com 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 B.C. Press Council. Your written concern, with documentation, should be sent within 45 days to the B.C. Press Council, 201 Selby Street, Nanaimo, V9R 2R2. For information, phone 888-687-2213 or go to bcpresscouncil.org
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Food For Thought – Megan Cole
Goals of protest too foggy
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am the product of two union workers. My mom is a nurse and my dad is a lab technician at a small hospital on Vancouver Island (he’s the guy that runs blood tests and that sort of thing). I grew up standing on picket lines with my parents when they were going through contract negotiations with the government. I brought coffee and snacks to my teachers in high school when they were on strike. I marched down Victoria’s Government Street in university protesting increases to tuition fees, cuts to old growth forests and more. I was even interviewed by the local TV news on more than one occasion when I was protesting. Long story short, I’m a big advocate for our right to protest. I believe it goes hand in hand with voting and writing our government representatives. I was really disappointed on Saturday night when I heard that only 33.3 per cent of Nelson voters showed up at the polls. As for those pitching tents for the 99 per cent in the Occupy Nelson effort, as the site rolls into its second month at City Hall I’ve become skeptical of the movement. Supporters talk constantly of democratic rights, and how City Hall is somehow infringing on their rights by not giving them power to heat food and keep warm. I understand there are basic human rights to shelter, food and water. I believe we have a responsibility as a society to provide for the people who have fallen between the cracks of our system and find themselves without a home because of circumstances beyond their control. But I’m struggling with the idea that City Hall is now violating their rights by not providing them with the infrastructure to continue to live outside, on the lawns of the White Building, through the coldest months of the year. When I took to the streets to protest there was a clear message; we wanted the Liberal government
There’s nothing wrong with making noise in protest, but when the push lacks direction people start to tune out. Megan Cole photo
to return the tuition freeze in this province or a stop to clearcutting of old growth forests. What I’m seeing lost with the Occupy movement is the message. As a young woman, I see the injustices of the capitalist economy. I am horrified by how the massive US banks continue to function in that country without seeing the consequences of their actions that launched a national and international economic crisis. But what’s the alternative? Communism? Great idea in principle, but in practice it didn’t really work out. I think communities can work together to form co-ops like the ones we see in Nelson, that provide alternatives to the norm. The initial draft document from Occupy Wall Street which Occupy Nelson has based their action on said, “Demands cannot reflect inevitable success. Demands imply condition, and we will never stop. Demands cannot reflect the time scale that we are working with.” It’s easy to criticize, but what do they want? Maybe I’m thinking about this horizontal movement in a linear way. Maybe I need to let go of my ideas of what should be and get into the Nelson free spirited mentality and just give in to the movement. But I believe the movement needs to propose a real alternative to the system they are protesting. I’m curious how many Occupy Nelson supporters took time to par-
ticipate in one of the most important democratic rights, the right to vote. It’s a right that people around the world have fought for, and died for. It’s one we take for granted every time there is an election, and it seems to be that the those who criticize the system are often those who don’t bother to show up at the polls. Don’t get me wrong. I think there is a lot that could be improved. I think there is way too much power in the hands of large corporations and lobbyists. I don’t think the best interests of the 99 per cent are considered in the day-to-day decisions that are made in the House of Commons and the Legislative buildings. I think that governments aren’t considering the environment and the sustainability of communities. But we have to look at the cards we’ve been dealt and look at how to reshuffle the deck. We have a capitalist democratic system. It’s one that has been around for longer than you and I. Its roots are deep. Maybe we need to look at the changes we can make in the system and come up with some real solutions, and participate in our democratic society. Vote, write letters and yes, protest. But if this movement is to have a lasting impact, have a goal in mind. Megan Cole is a reporter at the Nelson Star. She can be reached at reporter@nelsonstar.com and follow her on Twitter @MegzyCole
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Shambhala and the Occupation The October 20 edition of the West Kootenay Advertiser shows a small child holding the sign, “Love over Fear, People over Profit� in the Occupy Nelson movement. It was edifying to see Nelson taking part in an international protest that spoke of the welfare of society over corporate greed, and the destructive power of the rich over the poor. Was I the only one to see the irony of the article, “Shambhala establishes legacy with Selkirk College,� immediately below the “People over Profit� photo? Shambhala, which attracts the basest of society, has bought its way with a $75,000 contribution, to the very heart of the young people it hopes to influence, our local music college. I base my “basest of society� judgement on the long list of drugs seized from the festival and printed in the newspaper two years ago. I assumed the drugs, rendered in their
chemical form, were all concoctions for getting high. Shockingly, I learned from a friend in the medical field that some of the drugs on that list were date rape drugs. She also believed one of the listed drugs has caused many admissions to the emergency ward in North Vancouver by screaming, raving, fighting, frighteningly insanely out of their minds, young people who have permanent brain damage from one experimental usage. Isn’t it ironic that many musicians, who are especially blessed by God, use and associate their talent with and for the propagation of drug usage? The age old question of which came first — the chicken or the egg, or in this case, the talent or the drugs — comes to mind. It begs the question... since our jails are predominantly occupied by drug addicts, where are all the fantastic musical compositions that should be associ-
ated with them? As a result of four deaths in a very short time-frame, some of the Occupation camps were associated with drug usage and homelessness. Our community of Nelson still has occupant tent dwellers, despite freezing temperatures. Shambhala has apparently infused our economy with $20 million. I think Selkirk College owes these people a free education and a free stay at residence with their Shambhala dollars. I think this community, infused with 20 million Shambhala dollars, should be able to afford to put these victims of our economic gain, not into crowded church shelters, but into very nice hotel rooms with room service. Sadly, we should be working to prevent this victimization, not just bandaging up the damage. What’s it going to be Nelson, people or profits? Dawn Rodman Nelson
The continued lack of judgement at IHA As we age we seem to experience some deterioration of our body parts that can affect our ability to operate machinery, vehicles, fly airplanes, etc. Here is a scenario the IHA has not thought through from an accident prevention point of view. A 72-year-old driver has a medical by a family doctor and is referred to a specialist who performs a CT scan and reveals partial blockage of the carotid veins in the neck of the patient and rather
than perform the required surgery, the patient is told you need to have a stroke before we can perform the surgery that has been performed for at least 20 people in the area with great success. The question we need to ask is when required medical services are denied how many people out there have similar denials and operate buses, construction cranes, airplanes and many other vehicles and machinery on and around public highways and work sites? Visual-
ize the fun a lawyer would have in cross examination in the event of a major accident. When medical issues are revealed why not do the required procedure now because there is a paper trail? The cost will be the same and the patient will be younger and perhaps in better health to withstand the surgery rather than waiting and giving accident prevention a slap in the face. R.E. Johnson Nelson
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Continued from Page 1 of both the city and the animals need to be considered. “Whatever we do needs to have a common sense approach and a good plan and reasonable expectations for the success not only of the municipality but also for the success of people that would house those domestic animals if that was the case,” he said. “We did get what The results of the I feel was a fairly public consultation are well orchestrated intended to be back at barrage of emails.” council in April for the John Dooley land use and zoning Nelson Mayor bylaw review process. Even though the topic of chickens ruffled a few feathers during the election campaign, Dooley said he hasn’t seen much public pressure on the topic. “I haven’t heard much from the community to be truthful,” he said. “We did get what I feel was a fairly well orchestrated barrage of emails from a few people with this idea. “But overall, generally speaking, I haven’t heard those requests come forward. Having said that, I don’t want to make light of the people that are making the requests. I think it’s fair that we look into and do the proper research.”
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Next month nelsonstar. com is joining the trend away from anonymous comments on our site. Starting December 1, we will switch to Facebook’s commenting platform. As is the trend in media, for the last few years our website has garnered more attention. As the popularity of finding news on-line grows, some readers have raised concerns about one issue in particular: the fact we allow visitors to post anonymous comments. The policy has led to some unpleasant and mean-spirited postings. It’s also raised an inconsistency in our Black Press brand. Our community newspapers don’t print anonymous letters, yet we’ve allowed our websites to become a place where
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people can hide their identity while occasionally taking shots at one another. Starting next Thursday, people will only be able to comment by using their Facebook account. This means their name, often even their photograph, will be linked to the statements they post. Our website is not alone in making this shift. Several media companies, equally troubled by the vitriolic trend of anony-
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IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 25
A live radio play of the Christmas classic It’s a Wonderful Life will be performed in the Slocan Valley. A stellar New Denver cast directed by Judith Ceroli will perform the classic on Sunday, November 27 at 2 p.m. at Vallican Whole. Proceeds go to Stephen Lewis Foundation and Grassroots Grammas. Admission by donation will be a $10 minimum.
Shelley Adams will be at Otter Books between 1 and 3 p.m. signing copies of her delectable and gorgeous new cookbook, Whitewater Cooks with Friends. Her other two cookbooks will also be available. Take this opportunity to chat with a real Nelson cooking guru, while picking up the perfect Christmas gift.
Touchstones Nelson will celebrate the opening of two exhibitions: Two Views: Photographs by Ansel Adams and Leonard Frank and The The international Reel Youth Film Festival comes to Rossland on White Line: Wood Engraving Prints from the Studio and Collection of Saturday, November 26, featuring some of the best in international Gene Leavitt. Everyone is welcome to the opening reception, taking youth film-making, along with submissions from the talented youth place from 7 to 9 p.m. of the West Kootenay. Admission is $3. The 2011 Reel Youth Film Festival is a collection of compelling and entertaining short youth The Community First Health Co-op is having a membership drive in films: animations, dramas, documentaries, comedies and a musical. the mall (near Shoppers Drug Mart) to increase its number of memThere will be cash prizes for two local films: People’s Choice and Best bers. If you wish to support health care in your community, please of the Fest. For more info on the Reel Youth Film Festival and for film join the Co-op for only $10 a share. The more members they have, submission information visit ReelYouth.ca or rosslandcac.com. the better their chances of obtaining funding for health education, seniors’ care and low-cost housing. The Co-op will be at the mall from 1 to 8 p.m. on Friday and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday. LAST CHANCE FOR LUCAS MYERS’ DECK Lucas Myers will be presenting his one person show DECK: How I Instigated then Overcame an Existential Crisis Through Home Improve- Would you like to see Jupiter and its moons, the Andromeda galaxy, ment at the Ymir Hall on November 26. Show times are 7:30 p.m. and or the remains of a super nova? Put on some warm clothes and come tickets are available in advance for $10 at the Ymir Store and Eddy out to Taghum Hall for our Starry Night astronomy program. We Music in Nelson. This will be the last opportunity to see this darkly will be setting up the telescopes at 7 p.m. (weather permitting) on hilarious take on the semi-urban small town milieu in the Kootenays November 25 and 26. For more information call Wayne Holmes at before Lucas takes it on the road in the new year. WARNING: PHYS- 250-354-1586 or email sumfun@telus.net or taghumhall@shaw.ca. ICS, PARTIAL NUDITY, POWER TOOLS. For more details go to All seniors are welcome to a potluck luncheon to be held at the Sepilotcopilot.com. nior Citizens’ Association Branch No. 51, located at 717 Vernon Street. Luncheon begins at 12:30 p.m. For further information, call SERIOUSLY FUNNY Haven’t had your funny bone hit lately? We’ve got the remedy: Seri- 250-352-7078 weekday afternoons. ously Funny, a comedy show hosted by the Nelson and District Women’s Centre. Head to the Eagles Hall at 641 Baker Street on November Max and Irma’s restaurant will now have live music Fridays and Sat30, where local comedic geniuses Bessie Wapp, Sheila Lane, Michelle urdays between 6 and 9 p.m. featuring Rylan Kewen and Nikko ForsMungall and other wise-crackers such as Lucas Myers come together berg. for a night of side-splitting, knee-slapping good times, led by the inimitable Lisel Forst as MC. Doors open at 6 p.m. with the show start- SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 26 ing at 7. Come early to mingle, place your bids in the silent auction Anne DeGrace will be on hand to sign copies of her latest novel Flyof fabulous items donated by community businesses, and enjoy some ing with Amelia at Coles Books from noon to 2 p.m. DeGrace is the refreshments and try some complimentary mouth-watering appetiz- author of three other novels: Treading Water, Wind Tails, and Sounders. Tickets are $20 and available at Otter Books, Eddy Music and ing Line, as well as co-author of the coffee table book Nelson, British the Women’s Centre at 420 Mill Street. All proceeds go to the longest Columbia, all of which will be available for signing as well. running rural women’s center in all of Canada, where 60-70 women and children gather each week for support, resources and the centre’s Participate in the fourth annual Community Connect Day from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Central School gym. We are looking for wellness great free store. professionals, volunteers, service providers, hair dressers, musicians and more to become involved. Do you offer a special skill or service? CRAFT CONNECTION CHRISTMAS FAIR Opening reception for the Craft Connection & Gallery 378’s annual Want to donate a bit of your time and make a big difference in your Christmas fair of unique fine art and fine craft. Come out and visit community? To volunteer or to find our more, contact Katie at 250with our talented artists and view their new work. The fair starts on 352-6011, ext. 19 or ncoh@nelsoncares.ca. November 25 from 6 to 9 p.m.
REEL YOUTH FILM FESTIVAL
NELSON’S HERITAGE HOTEL SINCE 1898
Nov. 25th - Shout Out Out Out Out & The Midway State Nov. 26th - Kingdom (Brooklyn, NYC) with Ghostwhip vs. Fluxo Nov. 27th - K-OS with full band Dec. 1st - Emotionz Free Show Dec. 2nd - 1st Trax Tour w/Smalltown Djs, Bryx & B-Ron
Dec. 3rd - The Gaff with Busta Dec. 8th - Wackutt & Deeps Free Show Dec. 9th - Aaron Nazrul & the Boom Booms Dec. 10th - The Ghostface Killah of the Wu Tang Clan w/ Guests
Dec. 15th - The Automation w/ Chinese for Travellers Dec. 16th - Savage Blade with Leif Dec. 17th - Humans w/Vinnie the Squid Vancouver Dec. 21st - Atomic Hooligan Dec. 23rd - Stickybuds with Deeps Dec. 26th - Boxing Day Bender Billy Bangers, Django & Erica Dee
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Members and guests are invited to the annual Christmas party on December 3 for a traditional Christmas feast at the Hume Hotel. Cocktails are served at 5:30 p.m. and dinner starts at 6:30 p.m. Pre-register at Technika appliances at 620 Front Street. Tickets are $15 in advance or $20 at the door. There is also an optional gift exchange for an item of $10 value. For more information call Donna at 250-505-4859.
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Put on your dancing shoes. Every Monday from 7 to 9 p.m. at Central school gym (use Mill Street entrance) Scottish dancers meet. BeginCome and meet Frances Welwood at Otter Books on Saturday be- ners are welcome. For more information contact Kathy at 250-359tween 1 and 3 p.m. and get a signed copy of her newly released book. 7545, June at 250-352-1836, or Beverly at 250-352-7850. Passing Through Missing Pages is a biography of Annie Garland, an early resident of Nelson and the “West Kootenay’s most formidable WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 29 Every Wednesday at Blewett elementary school table tennis players and intriguing woman.” meet for matches. Things get going at 5 p.m. and wrap up at 7.
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Entertainment listings Spiritbar Below the Hume Hotel
The Royal
Friday, November 25
330 Baker Street
Saturday, November 26 The Royal is proud to present blues singer songwriter, Candye Kane. This woman has been through it all and has lived to sing about it. Her vocals are like nothing you’ve heard before. She belts out her music with a hugely powerful voice, an equally commanding stage presence and an authenticity that reels you in and leaves you wanting more. Doors open at 8 p.m. Tickets are $20 and available at Royal Espresso and liveattheroyal.com.
Saturday, November 26 Kingdom from Brooklyn, New York now residing in Los Angeles, recently headlined the Fractal Forest at Shambhala Music Festival in 2011 and was highly acclaimed as being one on the most cutting edge sets of the entire festival. Kingdom will be making his first appearance in Nelson on this November evening. Kingdom plays everything from house, dubstep, g-funk, hip-hop, UK funky to juke, but R&B is his first love, and it shows in his bassheavy remixes and original tracks, often featuring R&B vocal samples on top of his trademark production style— what some have called “a Brooklyn take on the UK garage sound.” The opening set is by The Philthkids Ghostwhip and Fluxo. Doors open at 10 p.m. Advance Tickets are available at Hume Hotel.
421 Victoria Street — tickets at capitoltheatre.bc.ca
The Capitol Theatre presents The 24th annual Christmas pantomime The Elves and the Shoemaker December 1, 2 and 3 at 7:30 p.m. Matinees on December 3 and 4 at 2 p.m.
Capitol Season Series Presents Ballet Jörgen Canada Anastasia Saturday, February 4 at 8 p.m.
The Midway State It is not uncommon for a band to be a product of their environment, but Shout Out Out Out Out is certainly a group as rich in paradox and contrast as the 780 area code. Edmonton is about as remote an outpost of a major city as you’ll find anywhere in Canada, yet close to a million people choose to live there. Why would anyone choose to live there? Why would anyone choose to base a band there. Maybe it’s because it takes a band like Shout Out Out Out Out to embrace their surroundings and use the harsh realities as motivation to actually do something, and to realize that if you’re going to try to do something in Edmonton there is no point in doing it half way. Shout Out Out Out will share the stage with The Midway State from Toronto. The Midway State’s gift for creating music with honesty and soul has never been more evident. Their latest album Paris or India is big, lush, sad and joyous. It is also the sound of a band not letting anyone dictate who they are. “The album’s about coming-of-age, my transition from boyhood to manhood,” says singer Nathan Ferraro, 25, the groups identifiable lead singer, who has become known all over the world in he last few years touring with the likes of Silversun Pickups, Kate Nash and Death Cab for Cutie. Doors open at 10 p.m. and advance tickets are available at the Hume Hotel. Visit nelsonstar.com for a full story with Shout Out Out Out Out’s Nik Kozub.
The Capitol Theatre
Imaginary Cities
Sunday, November 27 On the rise and coming to The Royal is Imaginary Cities. Their unique brand of infectious, uplifting, soulful and emotive pop music has been capturing fans all over the world. Having toured with some of Canada’s best bands along with an opening slot for the Pixies on their North American tour, Imaginary Cities are quickly catching on. Make sure you’re there to see this bright new duo in the intimacy of The Royal. Doors open at 8 p.m. Advance tickets are $10 and are available at Royal Espresso, Eddy Music and liveattheroyal.com. Tickets will also be available the day of the show for $12.
Ellison’s Market and Cafe
Capitol Kids Series Presents Alex Zerbe Professional Zaniac Sunday, February 26
Finley’s Irish Bar and Grill 705 Vernon Street
Sunday, November 27
523 Front Street
Rockers, divas, and wailers unite. Come down to Finley’s Irish Bar and Grill every Wednesday and Sunday for the karaoke experience of a life time. We have a huge list of classics, top 40, country, rock, and hairband legends to choose from.
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Tuesday, November 29
The Unplugged Sessions hosts three new acts to their stage starting at noon with Andrew Parkhouse, a 22-year- old singer/songwriter from Atwood, Ontario who started playing music two years ago. He soon got invited on a North American acoustic tour one year later so he quit his job, sold his truck and hopped on the tour bus. Next up is Motes & Oats. Flute and guitar weaved with powerful vocal harmonies characterize the jazz folk sound that unfolds with Melissa McCready and Shannon Moldenhauer. Closing act is the Alan Kirk Band unplugged with music ranging from traditional and original and folk to pop/rock. The band includes Mike Bennett on guitar and harmonica plus Don Walker on hand drums.
Calling all musicians to Finley’s Irish Bar and Grill for open mic jam nights. Amps, guitars and drums are provided. The music gets going at 9 p.m.
Thursday, December 1
Always entertaining and definitely unique, The Mudmen are a blast of Celtic energy whose members are known to be characters both on and off stage. The band, formed in 1998 by Sandy and Rob Campbell (aka The Campbell Brothers), initially signed with EMI Records in 2000 with then frontman Zoy Nicoles. Best known for their singles 5 O’clock, Saturday and Drink and Fight. Their music has been featured on XBox and Sony Playstation games, NBC’s TV show Black Donnellys, WWE Wrestling, Don Cherry’s hockey videos and six music videos on MuchMusic. Tickets are $10 in advance and are available at Finley’s
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Touchstones Nelson will celebrate the opening of two exhibitions tonight: Two Views: Photographs by Ansel Adams and Leonard Frank and The White Line: Wood Engraving Prints from the Studio and Collection of Gene Leavitt. Everyone is welcome to the opening reception, taking place from 7 to 9 p.m. Two Views: Photographs by Ansel Adams and Leonard Frank is a compelling collection of photographs that presents two views of internment and incarceration in the early 1940s. Leonard Frank’s photographs include images from internment camps in New Denver, Kaslo, Sandon, Tashme and Vancouver, while Ansel Adam’s photographs depict the Manzanar Relocation Centre in California. This exhibition is on loan from the Japanese Canadian National Museum. The exhibition will also feature short documentary films by students from Lucerne Secondary School and professional filmmakers Moira Simpson and Catrina Megumi Longmuir. This exhibition provides an opportunity to reflect on the nature of forced separation and uprooting and the effects that it has on its victims. After the bombing
Ansel Adams, Calisthenics at Manzanar Relocation Centre, California, 1943. Courtesy of the Library of Congress, Prints and Photos Division.
of Pearl Harbor in 1941, both the Canadian and American governments forced the relocation of citizens of Japanese descent from the coastal regions. Nearly 120,000 Japanese Americans and 22,000 Japanese Canadians were affected. The internment camps for the Japanese Americans were scattered around the US west. In Canada, the BC Security Commission was established to oversee the removal to hastily planned camps in the BC Interior, or to work and road camps in other parts of the country. Local artist and teacher Gene Leavitt has long been interested in creating and collecting relief and wood engraving prints. The White
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It’s a tough task for a new band to choose a name when they come together. Sometimes it’s a band member’s name, a saying, an influence or something completely unknown. It’s also a commitment to choose a band name, similar to naming a child: you’re basically stuck with it for life. Edmonton band Shout Out Out Out Out, in some ways regrets the way they named their band, but it reflects the roots of the project. “One of the things with this band is when we started it, we started it mostly just to experiment with making a style of music that we’re not
used to and also just to bring in our friends. We never really intended to play for more than 50 people in basement kind of thing, but it wound up clicking on a large level,” said one of the founding band members, Nik Kozub. “Our first show was just a party. That was also kind of the idea behind the name of the band — which I think we all regret naming the way we did. The idea was that we were giving shout outs to our friend from the stage, because we thought it was just going to be our friends in the crowd.” Since playing that party things have in a sense snowballed for Shout Out Out Out Out. The six band members no
longer load into their cars and haul their gear across Edmonton. Now they’re flying and travelling across the continent, bringing their hybrid of dance music with punk rock undertones to new audiences. It was in Kozub’s Edmonton recording studio that Shout Out Out Out began to form. Kozub approached bandmate Lyle Bell because of his experience with synth music and the two began working on some tracks for a film. But when the film went under, the pair took the songs they had already made and decided to turn it into a band. Story continues to Page 15
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Soul with a twist of new MEGAN COLE Nelson Star Reporter
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eing a music lover is something like a treasure hunter. You’re constantly in pursuit of that hidden gem. Something that stands out from the mess of typical top 40 clones. Last year I was listening to CBC Radio 3 in my apartment while I was making dinner. Out of my comMarti Sarbit (left) and Rusty Matyas make up Imaginary Cities. They will puter poured this play The Royal this Sunday night. voice reminiscent of collaboration and we the record (although Etta James combined ding, Wilson Pickett it was pure joy), and felt so good about it and Sam and Dave,” with driving drums we are getting to see that we decided to she said. and organ. and do things I’d only keep going.” Winnipeg has a The song was Say dreamed of until For their first gig music scene that You, and the band is now.” Sarbit and Matyas seems to encourage Winnipeg’s ImagiWith their differfilled a local bar with artists to mix and nary Cities. ent perspectives and mingle, which means friends and family. “My dad was musical influences “I remember that many of them always playing his are in many different (though it wasn’t that Sarbit and Matyas records in our living long ago) being super went into the studio bands. room and a lot of to create their first Sarbit was on stage nervous and excited the time it would be album Temporary blues,” said the band’s at a bar with the soul at the same time,” Resident. said Sarbit. “It was a cover band where singer Marti Sarbit. “We tend to work pretty special night. they played every The voices of Ray really well together We played at the bar Charles, Nina Simone second Tuesday and that Rusty and I both in the studio. It’s easy Matyas happened to and Etta James filled to bounce ideas off of frequent a lot and all be doing sound for Sarbit’s home, but each other. My conof our friends and their set. it was another soul tributions are usually family were there “He asked me to singer that captured (but not always) writcheering us on.” sing on a Motown her heart. ing the lyrics, creatEven though both “I remember when song that he’d written ing the lead melody, he first played Aretha and that was the first Sarbit and Matyas have played in differ- singing the parts, thing we recorded Franklin for me, it being there for Rusty together,” said Sarbit. ent bands, they have was a kind of music to bounce ideas off “We had such a good a different connecthat I couldn’t help of,” said Sarbit. tion to Imaginary time doing it that I but love right away,” “When we’re in the Cities. asked if he’d help me she said. “I’ve gotten to play studio, I pretty much Sarbit met the oth- make a demo with with and in many dif- get to watch Rusty in some of my songs. er half of Imaginary his element and give ferent bands before, Cities, Rusty Matyas, The first song we and every experience my opinion when it’s when she was singing recorded of those necessary. He works is entirely unique,” was Say You (first with a soul cover so hard in the studio said Matyas. “I can track on our album). band, which she still sings in whenever she Rusty added so much safely say that Imagi- playing every instrument and coming up nary Cities is the to it that it became a can. proudest I’ve been in with arrangements. “I learned songs by whole new song and It’s always a pleasure a band. Marti and I some of the best soul was no longer just worked very hard on working with him in mine, it was a joint artists like Otis Red-
Continued from Page 14 “We took those songs and started a new project that got us out of our comfort zone of just playing rock music and got us using new instruments. It was kind of a way for us to expand our horizons,” said Kozub. The band members never expected to make the move from house parties to Juno nominations. “We’re all absolutely blown away and surprised,” said Kozub. “We’ve talked a lot of
times amongst ourselves of all the bands we’ve played in, because we’ve all played in a lot of bands. This is the one that clicked, and wow, who knew? “We really had no idea. We’re really grateful and it’s still a really fun band to play in. I’m glad it worked out that way.” Shout Out Out Out Out will share the stage with Toronto’s The Midway State. Ticket information for Friday’s show is available through the Hume Hotel.
the studio.” Since releasing their first album Imaginary Cities have toured the band with ‘80s rockers The Pixies. “That’s one of the coolest things I’ve ever done,” said Sarbit. “I learned a lot from watching them put on such a big, awesome show every night. There’s a huge level of professionalism that the entire crew and band brought to it that I’d never seen be-
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The wait is almost over MEGAN COLE Nelson Star Reporter
Thank you Nelson! And a special thanks to all the candidates who cared enough about our community to run for office.
The snow in Nelson may have been washed away by rain, but in the downtown Whitewater Ski Resort office, staff are watching the snow fall. “Things are looking pretty blowy, snowy and wintery right at this moment,” said Anne Pigeon of Whitewater. On Wednesday night 15 centimetres were added to the 35 that fell the night before and Pigeon said because of the high water content of the snow, it’s a perfect base builder. Even though locals may feel it’s colder than usual, Pigeon said snow at this time of year isn’t unusual for the ski hill. “We’ve seen snow this early — late November, early December. It’s not unusual, but I think we have a little bit more than we did at this time last year, which was a good thing because we were in construction mode,” she said. The resort is planning on letting powder junkies on the hill for a sneak peak on December 3 and 4 before the hill officially opens. “If things continue to go the way they are, we will offer both the Silver King and Summit chairs,” said Pigeon. “This is still weather permitting because Ullr can do some crazy things, and you just never really know until a few days be-
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fore, but we’re certainly aiming for that right now. Then we’ll go into full daily operation on December 9.” Skiers and boarders have been busy around town getting their boards and skis waxed, and Pigeon said they have also been making sure to pick up their season passes too. “We will be opening the office this Saturday,” she said. “We’ll start in to a seven day rotation to get people through and get their passes organized before they get up to the mountain, but of course they can do it here in town or up at Whitewater.” The hard work from Whitewater’s owner Knee Deep to
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Former LVR drama teacher has a lasting influence Continued from Page 1 an elementary school performance while his family lived in Golden. “I don’t remember the play, but ever since then I had the bug,” the 51-yearold Ormond says. Ormond’s parents actually met doing community theatre in Nakusp. His father Doug was a city administrator who eventually found his way to Nelson, becoming a huge figure in local government in this community. His mother Margaret was very fond of the arts, eventually becoming an important member of the Capitol Theatre revitalization effort in the early 1980s. “I remember as a kid growing up in Golden, my parents being involved in community theatre and I just hung around in the background,” says Ormond. The family moved to Nelson in 1975 from Fort St. John when Bruce was 15. He attended L.V. Rogers, where he felt his way around his new surroundings by getting into the drama scene at the high school. It was there he met one of his early influences, legendary LVR drama/history teacher Gus Bos. “He was a great guy. He was a big influence on a lot of people,” says Ormond. “He had a real passion for theatre and teaching… he was one of those teachers that had a real impact on a lot of people’s lives.” Nelson was more of a blue collar town in the 1970s and high school theatre was not exactly the rage for young people. Still, Ormond remembers putting on one big production — The Crucible — at the school’s main stage in the old gym during his time at the Fairview campus. After spending a year in Langley after graduation, Ormond returned to
Volunteers at the Capitol Theatre have been busy this week preparing the set for The Elves and the Shoemaker which opens on Thursday night. Bob Hall photo
Nelson where he was part of the first ever theatre diploma program at David Thompson University Centre. That first class had only six young thespians. “It was pretty intense because we were doing everything,” remembers Ormond. “We would build the sets, we would be in class during the day and rehearsing at night.” In his two years at DTUC the program put on 12 shows, splitting venues between the old Studio 80 and the Civic Theatre (the Capitol was still in a state of disrepair and hadn’t been brought back to life yet). It was during this time Ormond discovered the depth of talent
in the community. “Because there was only six of us in the actual theatre program we drew a lot from the community for participation and the talent was so good,” he says. “Man, this town just blows me away… it’s been that way for a long time.” After graduating from DTUC, Ormond’s stint as a paid actor was short. He was part of a troupe that worked at the Fort Steele historical village in the East Kootenay where they created a living history program. Ormond and the crew would put on skits around the town and though it was short-lived, “it was the only time I was paid to do what I love.” Back in Nelson, Ormond became a big part of Nelson Little Theatre that resurfaced in the early 1980s and put on performances for many years. He also starred in the first Christmas pantomime, which has now become an annual fundraiser for the Capitol Theatre. Directed by Ormond’s mom, he played the prince in Cinderladen. Since the Capitol was still in the throes of making its way to back to prominence in the community, that year the pantomime was held in the Civic Theatre. Ormond was in his early 20s when he made his pantomime debut and since that time has volunteered his time to bring the musical comedy to life on many occasions. Though he admits he can’t pull off the prince role anymore, Ormond is happy to play the villain, the dame, the father or whatever role the director sees him fit. Once again directed by the incomparable Laurie Jarvis, this year’s show is based on the well-known Grimm’s fairytale that’s been adapted in all sorts of ways in popular culture. The music
in this version is contemporary and will be having the audience easily humming along with the chorus. Ormond’s veteran acting chops will be surrounded by all kinds of children, teenagers and adult newbies who are stepping into the spotlight for the first time. And though the plotline of the pantomime rarely strays from what audiences expect, for Ormond it’s always something different. “The excitement in the newcomers is what attracts me to projects like this,” he says. “And the fact it’s being carried forward to the next generation. You look at all these high school kids that are involved, it’s just incredible. Over the last few years I have been regularly involved and watched these young kids grow up. Their passion for it and to see them come off stage after the performance… it’s a lot of fun.” An admittedly shy fella, during rehearsals — which have been taking place since late September — Ormond slinks into the background, hardly noticed. But when he steps forward to deliver his lines, the years of community theatre experience are put on display. Though his pantomime roles over the years have changed, one that’s always appreciated by cast and crew is elder statesman. “I never thought I would see that, but I am fine with it if that’s what people see me doing,” Ormond says with his patented gruff laughter. “I’m just happy to be involved in theatre in this community.” The Elves and the Shoemaker opens Thursday with five shows that run through Sunday afternoon. Tickets are available at the Capitol Theatre box office, by phone at 250-352-6363 or online at capitoltheatre.bc.ca.
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Big Day for the Welcome Wagon Earlier this month the Nelson Welcome Wagon had a special visitor and in turn took the opportunity to honour some special sponsors. Welcome Wagon Canada area manager for Southern Alberta and the Kootenays Coreen Wickenheiser (second from left) stopped by the community as part of a tour through her area. While in town Wickenheiser brought 20year plaques for the Nelson and District Credit Union and the Kootenay Co-Op. She also honoured local Welcome Wagon representative Lois Arnesen — who is retiring at the end of the year — for her 21 years of service. Included in the photo are: (L-R) Nelson’s newest Welcome Wagon representative Valerie Lidford, Wickenheiser, Doug Stoddart of the Nelson and District Credit Union, Kristine Hus of the Kootenay Co-op, Arnesen and Nelson Wagon representative Frances Welwood. Bob Hall photo
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Forests minister visits tsunami-ravaged Onagawa GREG NESTEROFF Nelson Star Reporter
A $4.5 million fund recently announced by the provincial and federal governments and BC forest industry to help Japanese communities devastated by this year’s earthquake and tsunami could benefit Nelson’s unofficial sister city of Onagawa. BC Forests Minister Steve Thomson visited Onagawa recently as part of a government
trade mission and spoke with Mayor Nobutaka Azumi. He called it a personal highlight of the trip. “We wanted to visit some areas very negatively impacted [by the tsunami],” Thomson told the Star. “That was a great experience to talk directly with the impacted communities and the mayor. The close link the community has with Nelson was very gratifying.” Nelson’s ties with Onagawa stem from the fact it was the spot
where pilot Lt. Robert Hampton Gray died in the last days of World War II. The tsunami toppled a monument erected in his honour by Onagawa citizens in 1989. Thomson says the mayor spoke fondly of his town’s relationship with Nelson, and appreciated the support and messages they have received. In Japan, Thomson also an- Onagawa mayor Nobutaka Azumi and BC Forests Minister Steve nounced a multi-million dollar Thomson frame clippings from the Nelson Star on display at On-
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News Continued from Page 22 fund to build one or more community facilities in tsunami-stricken areas using BC wood products.
“It’s very overwhelming when you have a chance to be on the ground.” Steve Thomson BC Forests Minister
“We’ll continue to work with the Canada Wood Group in Japan on the most appropriate use of resources,” Thomson said. “We’re very interested in a legacy project or projects around a school, community
centre, or elder care facility.” Thomson says exactly which projects and communities to support will be decided in discussion with government officials of Miyagi prefecture, where Onagawa lies. “When I met with the vicegovernor he said they would consult with the communities. Their response was very positive and thankful for the support British Columbia and the industry is providing,” Thomson says. He says nine months after the quake, a tremendous amount of clean-up has been done, but for the most part, the “massive” task of reconstruction has not yet begun. “It’s very overwhelming when you have a chance to be on the ground,” he says.
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Throwing jabs, learning lessons MEGAN COLE Nelson Star Reporter
Boxing fans may have been lost to the lure of mixed martial arts and ultimate fighting, but tucked away above The Royal at Transcendent Combat Sports gym, a local man is practicing his punches and jabs for a provincial fight. Jeff Emett got involved in boxing in 2007 after trying out a class with Jesse Pineiro, who became Emett’s coach. “I was looking for something fun to do and I just stumbled into Jesse’s class and it was a lot of fun and pretty mellow. I just got into it,” said Emett. What sets Emett apart as a boxer is his age and his courage. “I think the fact that he’s doing it at all sets him apart. He’s 36 years old. I retired from boxing when I was 26. It becomes really hard on your body and life gets in the way,” said Pineiro. Pineiro started coaching Emett in 2007 after a fight in Vancouver. Emett came into the ring with a lot of speed and courage. “His first fight was a little bit distinct,” said Pineiro. “I didn’t know anything about him. I was told by his coach that he was coming down and I think my first impressions were that he was old and really nervous. In that fight he tried really hard. He came out and was really brave.” Emett didn’t win the fight, but the two joined forces and have been working together since. Athletes are drawn to their sport for a variety of reasons and for Emett, the challenge
Jeff Emett in training at the Transcendent Combat Sports gym on Baker Street. Megan Cole photo
and intensity of boxing keeps him coming back. “I find it a challenge because you keep getting better and your opponents are always different,” said Emett. “The consequences are very real. You get punched instead of just losing.” In addition to his fearless approach, Pineiro said Emett is a good boxer. “He boxes very well, and when he’s calm he sees the ring very well. He’s got good speed and hits hard, and
he’s a really tough guy,” said Pineiro. “I remember a long time ago sparring with him when I was still doing that kind of thing. I was amazed at the punches that he was taking and was still in front of me, and I remember him hurting me quite badly at one point. He’s a really tough guy and has really good boxing skills as well.” Pineiro was at Transcendent this week with Emett getting ready for a provin-
cial boxing match taking place this weekend in Revelstoke. Because of the decrease in skilled boxers in the province, the tournament opened up to novices. “It’s just a fight at the provincials and it’s a great opportunity to be at the provincials with these guys and to be in that environment but it’s not what Jeff ’s doing,” said Pineiro. “We’re just approaching it like a fight, and I’m trying to keep it that way to avoid putting a lot of unnecessary pressure on the guy because he doesn’t have the experience to deal with it.” Like all athletes training for a competition, Pineiro is focusing on particular tactics for the fight. “Physically I want him to box,” he said. “I think he has a tendency to turn his brain off and just throw punches, but when he boxes he actually has a chance to win. When he doesn’t it just takes the advantage away and it really becomes anybody’s fight. “We’re really trying to work on staying calm and using the ring and using our feet a little bit. It’s more of a tactical approach to what he’s doing rather than just waiting it in and throwing it all. I really want him to be calm and just box.” Even though a provincial tournament may seem daunting to some boxers, Emett seemed relaxed and focused leading up to the fight. “I’m not too nervous about it because it’s happened really fast. I’m just going to go out and do my best and see how it goes,” he said.
KIJHL Stats League Standings Neil Murdoch Division TEAM GP W Beaver Valley 24 19 Castlegar 25 16 Nelson 26 15 Spokane 24 10 Grand Forks 23 0
L 5 7 9 13 23
T 0 0 0 1 0
OTL 0 2 2 0 0
P 38 34 32 21 0
Eddie Mountain Division TEAM GP W Fernie 23 18 Kimberley 21 15 Creston Valley 22 11 Golden 21 10 Columbia Val. 25 1
L 4 5 9 10 23
T 0 0 0 0 0
OTL 1 1 2 1 1
P 37 31 24 21 3
Okanagan Division TEAM GP Osoyoos 25 Penticton 22 Princeton 22 Kelowna 24 Summerland 24
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L 9 8 9 13 16
T 1 0 0 0 0
OTL 1 2 1 1 0
P 30 26 25 21 16
Doug Birks Division TEAM GP Kamloops 26 Revelstoke 22 N. Okanagan 24 Sicamous 21 Chase 24
W 22 16 15 7 1
L 2 5 8 12 22
T 0 0 0 1 1
OTL 2 1 1 0 0
P 46 33 31 16 3
Upcoming Games Friday, November 25 Nelson at Spokane Sicamous at Revelstoke Kamloops at North Okanagan Creston Valley at Chase Fernie at Kimberley Princeton at Penticton Grand Forks at Columbia Valley Beaver Valley at Golden Kelowna at Summerland Castlegar at Osoyoos Saturday, November 26 Spokane at Nelson, 7 p.m., NDCC North Okanagan at Revelstoke Chase at Sicamous Princeton at Kelowna Creston Valley at Kamloops Grand Forks at Fernie Beaver Valley at Columbia Valley Penticton at Osoyoos Castlegar at Summerland Sunday, November 27 Grand Forks at Golden Creston Valley at Sicamous
Nelson Leafs Leaders
PLAYER Colton Schell Brett Norman Nik Newman Matti Jmaeff Carson Willians James Sorey Dallon Stoddart Max Mois
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Sports Kootenay International Junior Hockey League
Leafs look to get back to winning ways BOB HALL Nelson Star Editor
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The Nelson Leafs hope to spoil American Thanksgiving when they tangle with their US rivals in a pair of games over the weekend. The Leafs travel to Spokane tonight for a game against the Braves at the Eagles Ice-A-Rena. The two teams will return to the ice on Saturday night at 7 p.m. when the Leafs become hosts at the Nelson and District Community Complex. After a hot start to the 2011-12 Kootenay International Junior Hockey League season that saw the locals in command of first
The Leafs hosted Penticton last Saturday night. This Saturday they host the Spokane Braves. Bob Hall photo
place in the Neil Murdoch Division, the Leafs have slowed of late. Last weekend Nelson came away even after a 4-1 win over Penticton on Saturday night and a 5-3 loss to Beaver Valley on Sunday. The Leafs are 3-6-0-1 in their last 10 games and currently sit third in the division. The Braves sit in fourth place in the division and are 11 points behind Nelson, but have picked it up lately with a 5-4-1-0 record. The Leafs own a 2-1 advantage in games so far this season, but lost the last match 5-3 on October 9 in Spokane.
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Boundary school trustees have agreed to write a letter of support for a Grand Forks Secondary student to play volleyball at Mount Sentinel. The issue was raised when BC School Sports declared Myles Christman ineligible to play volleyball at the South Slocan school, even though his older brother was given permission under similar circumstances. “What’s happening in rural areas like ours now, our West Kootenay zone,
the competition has declined dramatically for kids,” explained superintendent Michael Strukoff. “The number of sports being offered [has dropped because of] the declining enrolment has reduced the number of students, which is a contributing factor.” The family currently has a lawyer working on their case pro-bono and hopes to have everything settled for next year. “We don’t have any extraordinary influence than anyone else would have but I think that the feeling was, should the board of education add their support
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to the family to have BC School Sports waive this particular eligibility rule [for next year],” continued Strukoff. Trustee Cathy Riddle pointed out the issue needs to be addressed on a larger scale. “With the declining enrolment and declining offering of any kind of sport, we’re going to run into this way more often,” stated Riddle. “I think we’d be far better served if we asked them to take a look at the rural schools in particular. If we just write it for one single request, we’ll be facing this over and over again.”
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Community Touchstones of Nelson – Greg Scott
Sled tracks marked off Dateline November 5, 1958
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he CPR shipyard at Nelson has been closed. It has been reported officially. The closure is another reminder of the diminished role of water transportation in the Kootenays. In operation since before the turn of the century, the shipyard was a scene of activity in the days when the colourful sternwheelers plied Kootenay waterways. Paddlewheelers like the Moyie and Minto were either built or assembled there, and began their careers when they dipped into the water down its ways. Nelson ferries and the present Kootenay Lake government ferries Anscomb and Balfour were assembled there.
Dateline November 20, 1958
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hree sleigh-riding hills were set aside for Nelson youngsters last night. City council, having before it petitions from Parent-Teacher Association branches and from individual parents, authorized the use of two portions of Falls Street, and of the construction of a sleigh run in Queen Elizabeth Park in Fairview. Marked off in the Uphill section will be three blocks of Falls Street from Houston to Robson Street; and in the centre of the City sleighing will be permitted on Falls Street from Victoria to Carbonate Streets. The areas will be blocked off at the top of the
hills, and signs at the bottom will caution drivers to watch for children. The Parks Committee will arrange for fill and the removal of shrubbery for the “hill” in Queen Elizabeth Park. A portion of the fence will also be taken down.
Dateline November 24, 1958
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he new F.W. Woolworth Company store to be constructed in Nelson early next year will be three times the size of the present store. Tenders for demolishing the Madden Block at the corner of Ward and Baker Streets will be let in December. With demolition of the historic old Madden Hotel, the present Woolworth store will be closed and demolished and a new building will be erected on the two properties. The Woolworth Company operates stores in all provinces of Canada, with 213 in operation. Next year will be the company’s 80th anniversary year.
Dateline November 25, 1958
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ames Crate, about 40, died of shotgun wounds under the glare of street lights Monday night, as a result of what was described to city police as “domestic troubles.” Passersby in the vicinity of Pine and Morgan Streets stared in shocked disbelief when an exchange of angry words between two men resulted in one lying beneath the streetlight, his head almost shot away. Crate
had been away but on the weekend, Mrs. Crate had been warned that he was returning to Nelson. Mrs. Crate feared for her life because her husband had warned her that unless she desisted in suing him for non-support, he would kill her. Leonard Matthews, who lived with his family in the lower story of the Crate house, had escorted Mrs. Crate home from work at her request and was shot at by Crate. Fearing for the life of his family, he confronted Crate with his shotgun with the resulting confrontation leading to its discharge and Crate’s death. Matthews has been charged with murder pending a coroner’s inquest.
Dateline November 26, 1958
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triking woodworkers stopped 80 per cent of lumber production on Tuesday in the Southern Interior of British Columbia, mostly in Kootenay-Boundary. Picket lines are up outside Kootenay Forest Products operations in Fairview, one of the major plants affected by the International Woodworkers of America strike for higher wages. Average hourly pay is $1.90 in woods and mills. The scale ranges from $1.53 for laborers to $2.75 in the top category. The union has rejected employer offers of a two-year contract with two increases of thee percent each. They want parity with lumber workers on the coast.
Cottonwood and Kids Cottonwood Kitchens held its annual customer appreciation night last Friday and raised money for the Kootenay Kids Society in the process. By raffling off a 12-piece cookware set the Baker Street business raised a total of $541 for the society. On Wednesday Nancy Lewis from Cottonwood Kitchens (left) presented Kootenay Kids board member Janet Leahy with the cheque.
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Community
November 23, 2011
Check This Out – Anne DeGrace
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: 1743.80 ft 7 day forecast: Up 10 to 13 inches. 2011 peak: 1751.71 ft./2010 peak: 1748.68 ft.
Nelson:
Present level: 1743.58 ft. 7 day forecast: Up 10 to 13 iinches.
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.
Been There DONE THAT First hand reports from local travellers
TRAVEL BECOMES YOU
ENGLAND - SCOTLAND - IRELAND SUMMER, 1969 By Joe Dunn On my lunch breaks from The Camping Club of Great Briton I would wander around and get a meat pie from the corner cart. I was around the corner from Buckingham Palace so I went one day to watch the changing of the guard. Obligatory tourist stuff, hundreds of us yobs standing there and I got talking to the guy beside me. Now this is scary but it has happened to me since in other parts of the world. His name was George and I had worked with him in Toronto, three months and a lifetime ago. He was on a three week vacation with a rental car and relatives in Scotland and had no idea how to do it or where to go. I’m thinking, I can help this guy. I don’t get my plane ticket money for a couple of weeks so let’s go north through England in his rental car. It was perfect, he had a paid three week vacation and had no idea how to spend it and I had no money but a head full of ideas about where to go. I broke the news to the tea lady and later to management when they got back from the pub and their only concern was that I wouldn’t be
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the other many times before we n Saturday, the library take our final bow. held its second annual We have a nice collection of Fines for Food Day, in which 100 per cent of the late fees books on the give and take of collected benefit the Nelson Food things. Top of the heap is A Year of Living Generously: Dispatches Cupboard. Many people held off from the Front Lines of Philanthropaying their late charges in order to pay on Fines for Food day. This py by Canadian author Lawrence Scanlan (177.7 year, the library SCA). The author cut a cheque for “We’re all stronger set out to find out $187.30. It’s a small for the give if one person really thing, but it makes can make a differus feel good. and take of The library gives community, in that ence by selecting to the commupaying-it-forward 12 charities and spending one month nity in many other kind of way...” in each — uncoverways: as a safe, ing the players and welcoming place politics, satisfactions and perils, for individuals, children, seniors, and families; as a source of educa- the inspirations and sometimes uncomfortable truths about philtion, information, and entertainanthropic engagement. ment; as a promoter of literacy; From philosophy to practice, as a community resource for local we have titles such as The Life history; as a reflection of Nelson You Can Save: Acting Now to End and area culture. World Poverty by Peter Singer You’ve been generous, too: by (362.5 SIN); Deliberate Acts buying copies of our gorgeous of Kindness: Service as a Spirifundraising literary cookbook Seasonings: a year of local flavor in tual Practice by Meredith Gould (177.7 GOU); Being Generous: words and recipes; with The Art of Right Living by your time as volunLucinda Vardey and teers for events such John Dalla Costa as Storyteller’s Saloon, (177.7 VAR); and and fundraisers such Generation NGO as our twice-yearly (at 361.763 GEN), a Friends of the Licollection of stories brary book sale. by young people who This year, Stoleft the comfort of ryteller’s Saloon their homes to help out raised $5,400 in war zones and refuto be shared gee camps — all books with Touchthat serve to inspire genstones Nelson: erosity in all of its forms. Museum On the receiving end for of Art and nonprofit groups hoping to History towards the benefit the community, we local history archives of both have books such as Fundraisorganizations, and the Friends of ing for Dummies by John Mutz the Library group’s hardworking (658.152 MUT) for those who efforts have brought in $5,000. self-identify as such; The Zen Since its publication in October of Fundraising by Ken Burnett 2010, sales of Seasonings have (658.15 BUR) for those wanting raised $15,000. It’s been Christmas every week with donations of to find their fundraising cenbooks, CDs, and DVDs, and our ter; and Fundraising Realities by elves — I mean volunteers — are David Lansdowne (658.15 LAN) absolutely wonderful. for those willing to face up to the We’re all stronger for the give ironic truth of the sometimes and take of community, in that dog-eat-dog world of encouraging paying-it-forward kind of way, philanthropic togetherness. a notion explored in Catherine The bottom line? If there’s a Ryan Hyde’s book Pay it Forward need and you can fill it in some (F HYD). Most of us know that way, do. If you’re in need, somevolunteerism, philanthropy, and one will be there — and someday, our nonprofit organizations are the world unfolding as it should, the lifeblood of society, a way to you’ll be paying it forward. make sure everyone has enough. By giving we learn about kindAnne DeGrace’s column is ness; by receiving, gratefulness. featured in the Nelson Star every We’re bound to be on one side or second Friday
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Churches of Nelson Cohousing Way of the Future?
On Mission - Part 3 By Daniel Znell
St. Saviour's
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Lessons & Carols Sunday, November 27
Nelson Vneyard Church term “Great Commission Christian” and We have it backwards. I’m convinced. become the people we have been called I shutter at the stories I hear and the to be… in our families, workplaces, the examples in my own life where we in the pubs, gyms, bowling alleys, nightclubs, church have spent so much time, energy, shopping outlets, gun clubs, choirs, pride and money, changing the way church looks. Chairs, no tables…perhaps we need parades, and a multitude of social service to go back to the more traditional and use agencies that are clamoring for volunteers. pews??? Shorter preaching times, or a new Go, and preach the gospel and when fresh face behind the pulpit, a better more necessary, use words. attractive youth program, less tempo, more contemporary music, hot meals before or after services, offering plates or a box in the back, or maybe we just have a bone to pick First Baptist with “old” leadership or “stale” Church models of church in general 611 Fifth Street 250-352-3212 and we have just given up, become angry and bitter. Worship Service: 10:00 am Our effort to make our Pastor: Rev. Scott Simpson Sunday morning services more appealing is not at fbcnelson.ca all missional. We have it Part-time childcare available at backwards. What we need is a Cornerstone Children’s Centre 250-352-9910 radical transformation of our hearts and deliverance from strongholds that have kept us almost completely insular from the “outside” world. Nelson Community Church Instead of radically engaging with the not-yet-believers, being powerful transmitters of light in dark places, we have resorted to throwing them Everyone is Welcome flashlights and then continued praying for revival. Then, as Your Pastors: generations pass the same Majors Robin and Yvonne Borrows question is asked, “Why don’t (New to Nelson) we see radical moves of God’s 250 551 4986 601 Vernon Street (Middle Level) Spirit on the land?” We must hold on loosely to our church buildings, services, and programs, our dogmatic views of how things should CATHEDRAL OF MARY IMMACULATE be done or how they should 813 Ward Street 352-7131 look. Let us then respond to
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First Baptist Church
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the original call of Jesus and Sunday Mass Times: fiercely love those who are • Saturday 7:00pm more desperately receptive that we may think. It will be • Sunday 8:30 am that as we engage and live and 10:30 am life among the pre-Christian, becoming more incarnational Parish office open Tuesday – Friday 9:00 am - noon and less insular, that numbers rccathedral@shaw.ca • www.catholiccathedralnelson.ca will in fact be added to our midst. Then, our expression of kingdom community will begin to look radically different because people will become more important than our views of how things should be done or look. Loving Jesus, Loving People, Essentially, when individual Transforming Lives believers learn to become truly missional our churches will • begin to look different, not 702 Stanley St. • 352.9613 the other way around. Sundays at 10:00 am What we need is an Pastor Arden Gustafson outbreak of Jesus people who Pastor Chris Wiens experience an awakening in their hearts that propels them to love so radically that • our communities truly are 7741 Upper Balfour Rd. • 229.2301 “taken for Jesus.” We need Sundays at 9:30 am a resurrection of an ancient Pastor Jason Ashley way of being the church. Only then, will we experience • kingdom people who are 2840 Eden Rd. • 359.5065 willing to go and dig in for Sundays at 10:00 am the long haul and who are Pastor Jesse Lerch truly willing to love furiously beyond the boarders of our churches. Let us go and rob the redundancy from the
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A Friendly Bible Centre Church Sermon Title this week is “Temple of God” 6:30 pm DVD “The Case for Creation” by Lee Strobel 623 Gordon Rd. Nelson BC V1L 5X6 Phone 250-352-9322 • Pastor Rev. Ken H. Keber
Refreshments are served after the service
(Affiliated with the Pentecostal Assemblies of Canada)
Unity Centre of the Kootenays Sunday 11:00 am Roy Stothers “Story Teller Extraordinaire” 905 Gordon Rd (IHA Bldg., back door)
Nelson United Church Nelson United Church
Minister: David Boyd Sunday Worship Gathering: g 10:00 am
Junior Choir Singing
All are welcome Sunday School ages 4 and up Nursery Room Available
602 Silica Street, Nelson BC V1L 1L 4N1 Ph: 250.352.2822 • www.nelsonunitedchurch.ca
Anglican Church of Canada St. Saviour's ProCathedral Ward & Silica, Nelson Family Service & Eucharist Sunday 10:30 AM
St. Matthew's Village Road, South Slocan Sunday 9:30 AM (No service third Sunday) Office: 8am - 1pm Tue - Fri
250.352.5711 St. Michael & All Angels stsaviours@netidea.com Busk Road Balfour www.stsavioursnelson.org Sunday 11 AM
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Are you interested in joining a cohousing community being established in the Nelson area? The Nelson Land Group, a diverse collection of local professionals, have been meeting for over a year to plan this exciting community neighbourhood that focuses on shared resources and food production while incorporating the social and environmental benefits that cohousing developments all over the world have achieved. Cohousing is a housing model that offers residents an old-fashioned sense of neighbourhood in new and innovative ways. Residents not only know their neighbours, they belong to a strong sense of community that is often absent in contemporary cities and suburbs. Cohousing communities consist of private, fully-equipped dwellings and extensive common amenities including a common house and recreation areas. Residents are involved in the design and development of the community, reflecting their unique priorities. A month ago, the Nelson Land Group hosted renowned cohousing architects/authors, Charles Durrett and Kathryn McCamant who wrote the quintessential book on cohousing in North America. Durrett and McCamant led a public presentation attended by more than 100 interested Kootenay residents followed by a weekend workshop with the Nelson Land Group to officially launch them into the design and building phase of the project. “This workshop brought us to a place of clarity and inspiration for what lies ahead,” said Bessie Wapp, one of the founding members of the group. “We’re now ready to buy land and get building.” For those who missed the opportunity to learn about this cohousing project in October, there will be a short presentation and opportunity to meet the members of the Nelson Land Group on Tuesday, November 29 at 7 p.m. at the Oso Negro Cafe. If you are curious about this type of living or interested in joining the Nelson Land Group, be sure to pencil this into your calendar. More about the project can be found at nelsonlandgroup.com.
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In Loving Memory Of ALEXANDER (ALEX) HADIKIN Passed Away November 17, 2011 Age 66 Years Residence Lister, BC A Memorial Funeral Service to be held at a later date Cremation Friends wishing to make a memorial contribution may do so to the ALS SOCIETY OF CANADA 3000 Steeles Ave., Suite 200 Markham, Ontario L3R 4T9 Or online ALS SOCIETY OF CANADA
DRIVERS WANTED: Terrific career opportunity outstanding growth potential to learn how to locate rail defects. No Experience Needed!! Extensive paid travel, meal allowance, 4 wks. vacation & benefits pkg. Skills Needed - Ability to travel 3 months at a time Valid License w/ air brake endorsement. High School Diploma or GED. Apply at www.sperryrail.com under careers, keyword Driver. DO NOT FILL IN CITY OR STATE
LOGGING TRUCK DRIVERS Meadow Creek Cedar Ltd. is hiring Logging Truck Drivers (long haul) $23/hr 40hrs/ wk. Mail: Box #970 Kaslo, BC V0G 1M0. Fax 250-366-4241
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AGM Thursday December 1, 2011 10:30 AM Bethel Christian Center, 623 Gordon Road Everyone Welcome Membership is free Please come and learn about our organization GET PAID - Grow marijuana Legally. Educational seminar, Victoria. December 3 & 4 th. Legal/medical/cultivation MMj. Tickets - 250 870-1882 or greenlineacademy.com
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ITA Foundation ITA HEO Theory Multi Equipment Training (Apprenticeship hours logged) Certificates included are: • Ground Disturbance Level 2 • WHMIS • Traffic Control • First Aid Reserve your seat today by calling Taylor Pro Training Ltd at 1-877-860-7627 www.taylorprotraining.com ACCOUNTING & Payroll Trainees needed. Large & small firms seeking certified A&P staff now. No experience? Need training? Career training & job placement available. 1-888-424-9417. Become a Psychiatric Nurse - train locally via distance education, local and/or regional clinical placements and some regional classroom delivery. Wages start at $30.79/hr to $40.42/hr. This 23 month program is recognized by the CRPNBC. Gov’t funding may be available. Toll-free 1-87-STENBERG www.stenbergcollege.com
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Louie’s Steakhouse Line Cooks Louie’s Steakhouse in the New Grand Hotel is in need of Full Time line cooks. Minimum 3 years experience (grill exp.an asset) please send resume’s to the attention of: Rob Little or Adam Duff. email info@newgrandhotel.ca, fax to 250-352-2445, or drop off in person. No phone calls please.
HUGHSON TRUCKING INC. is looking for Class 1 Super-B flatdeck drivers. Safety and Performance Bonuses, benefits package, drug & alcohol policy. 2 years experience preferred. We will provide transportation to Southern Alberta. Call 1-800-647-7995 ext 228 or fax resume to 403-6472763
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We are still hiring - Dozer & excavator operators required by a busy Alberta oilfield construction company. We require operators that are experienced and preference will be given to operators that have constructed oilfield 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.
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Supervisory Personnel with strong carpentry background in industrial settings.
Vancouver Island University training for over 50 years, No simulators. Low student / instructor ratio. 1-888-920-2221 ext: 6130 www.viu.ca/ heavyequipment
Skills involve coordinating and managing working crews, participate in safe work procedures and hazard analysis.
MEDICAL OFFICE Trainees needed! Hospitals & Dr.’s need medical office & medical admin staff. No experience? Need training? Career training & job placement available. 1888-748-4126.
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POST RN Certificate in Perioperative Nursing. Online theory, hands-on skills lab, clinical practicum. January / September intakes. ORNAC Approved. GPRC Grande Prairie, Alberta; 1-888-5394772. www.gprc.ab.ca.
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PHONE BOOKS Mature persons with own vehicle to deliver phone books to the Nelson and Trail areas.
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PDC Logistics 1-800-661-1910 Mon. - Fri 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.
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West Kootenay/Boundary CRIME STOPPERS seeks a Relief Coordinator to volunteer for 1 hour/week in the Nelson Office. Please mail your contact info to: RR1, S3, C39 Crescent Valley, BC V0G 1H0
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HD MECHANICS 3rd or 4th apprentice or Journeyman Heavy Duty Mechanics with their Red Seal and CIVP License to work in Red Deer & Hinton. Please call 250-718-3330 or Fax: 1-888-679-0759 For more information or send your resume & current drivers abstract to: driverclass1@shaw.ca Sears in Nelson is looking to hire a part time customer service employee. This would be a perfect position for a retired person looking for a little extra spending money. Some lifting involved. Apply in person at the Front Street location.
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“Pride In Caring” is AdvoCare Health Services Philosophy. If you are looking for an opportunity to make a difference and be part of a company that is expanding its network, we are currently recruiting Care Aides to work on a casual basis, at Mountain Lake Seniors Centre in Nelson. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 2 years’ experience as a Care Aide, must be registered with the BC CARE AIDE REGISTRY and have a registration # to be considered. To apply please e-mail: Janice.VanCaeseele@ advocarehealth.com or Fax: 250-352-2665
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Please send or email resume with complete prior job history and references to: Carlos DeFrias, Champion Chevrolet 2880 Highway Drive, Trail BC V1R 2T3 Email service@championgm.com
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Reporting to the Director, Stakeholder Relations and Communications, the Communications and Stakeholder Relations Coordinator is responsible for promoting Columbia Power’s projects, image, reputation, and building community and media relationships in a positive and effective manner. This position coordinates communications between Columbia Power departments and staff as well as external partners, stakeholders and contractors and is also responsible for ensuring consistent messaging and branding for the corporation. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Communications or a related discipline with at least four years experience working with the media or in a public relations/corporate communications environment. The candidate must have knowledge and understanding of corporate communications, media relations, and public presentation techniques and be experienced in the production of a variety of communication materials, such as media releases and newsletters.
Please refer to Job #1110 when submitting your application.
We require a TECHNICIAN to work in a fast paced shop. Diesel and transmission experience, Provincial Inspector’s ticket and GM experience are all assets.
We also offer an Online Medical Transcription Program 9 months– starts monthly
Alex & Verna Sheloff
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Qualified applicants interested in joining a dynamic team are encouraged to visit the Careers section of our website at www.columbiapower.org for the detailed job description. Closing date for this position is December 5, 2011.
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Baker Hughes Alberta based oilfield services company is currently hiring;
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ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT CLERKS (CASUAL) Trail Operations is seeking qualified Administrative Support Clerks for casual employment. Depending on the specific roles these may be unionized positions. Administrative Support Clerks provide clerical or administrative support in our office support areas. Strong verbal and written communication skills, the ability to work independently as well as within a team and the flexibility to adapt to changing work demands and schedules are essential. Candidates must be comfortable communicating with and taking direction from members of Senior Management and have experience working with confidential information. Candidates must also demonstrate mathematical and problem solving abilities and be proficient in the use of Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Certification in Applied Business Technology and/or a Diploma in Business Administration would be considered an asset.
TECHNICIANS (CASUAL) Applicants should be experienced graduates in Chemical Technology from a recognized technical institution and will require a demonstrated mechanical aptitude. Applicants must also be able to work effectively in a team environment using good interpersonal, verbal and written skills. Job specific training will be provided. For more information on these and other opportunities at Teck Metals Ltd., Trail Operations, please visit our Careers page at www.teck.com
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Busy Building Supply Co, is looking for a delivery truck driver. This position requires a class 1 with air, Hi Ab experience, crane certificate, general vehicle maintenance pretrip inspections, helping to load and unload and warehouse work when not driving. Please include a clean abstract with your resume to: Maglio Building Centre 29 Government Rd, Nelson BC, V1L 5L9. 250-352-6661 (p) 250-352-3566 (f) Attn: Dominic Email: dom@maglio.ca
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Trades, Technical Required immediately Certified Journeyman Refrigeration Technician w/ gas ticket. FT position at a 30 year old reputable company. Good wage offered + benefits. Apply to Canadian Western Mechanical or contact Dave Tolhurst 250992-9807 or email resume to: canwest@quesnelbc.com SERVICE MANAGER - Hanna Chrysler Ltd. (Hanna, Alberta). Opportunity in a perfect family environment. Strong team, competitive wages, benefits, growth potential. Fax resume: 403-854-2845. Email: chrysler@telusplanet.net. WELDERS WANTED. Journeyman 2nd and 3rd year apprentices with tank manufacturing experience. Automated Tank Manufacturing Inc. Located in Kitscoty, Alberta. 20km West of Lloydminster is looking for 15 individuals that want long term employment and a secure paycheque. Journeyman wages $33. $37.50/hour. Wages for apprentices based on hours and qualifications. Benefits, training programs, full insurance package 100% paid by company, savings plan for retirement, profit sharing bonus. Join a winning team. Call for appointment or send resume to: Joe Bowser 780-846-2231 office, joe@autotanks.ca or Jamie Flicek 780-846-2241 fax; cindy@autotanks.ca.
Our Client has an immediate requirement for a Service Manager and a Journeyman HD Mechanic with exp. in commercial HD Trucks and Trailers. Diagnosis and preventative maintenance are key to this function combined with the willingness to work with the public and our customers. You have a choice. You can leave your family, live in a camp and make a living in the north, or you can move to one of the most beautiful places in central BC, bring your family and enjoy the balance and life, that this region has to offer. Excellent Wages & Benefits!
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Financial Services ARE YOU EXPERIENCING FINANCIAL DISTRESS? Relief is only a call away! Call Shelley Cameron Estate Administrator at 877-797-4357 today, to set up your FREE consultation in Nelson. Donna Mihalcheon CA,CIRP BDO Canada Limited Trustee in Bankruptcy, #200 -1628 Dickson Avenue, Kelowna, BC. V1Y 9X1 GET BACK ON TRACK! Bad credit? Bills? Unemployed? Need Money? We Lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB. 1-877987-1420. www.pioneerwest.com IF YOU own a home or real estate, Alpine Credits can lend you money: It’s that simple. Your credit/age/income is not an issue. 1-800-587-2161. M O N E Y P R OV I D E R . C O M . $500 Loan and +. No Credit Refused. Fast, Easy, 100% Secure. 1-877-776-1660. NEED CASH Fast? Get a loan any time you want! Sell or pawn your valuables online securely, from home. apply online today: www.PawnUp.com or call toll-free: 1-888-4357870
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Pets & Livestock
Feed & Hay Alfalfa, alfalfa mix or straight grass (small square bales) in Lister. Call Jay or Trish at 250428-9755
Pets FREE TO GOOD HOME TWO MALE BUDGIES. These little guys are a year and a half old. Unfortunately, their owners are leaving the country and can’t take them along. Includes cage and play stand. 352-6883 Golden Retriever Puppies,vet checked, 1st shots, dewormed $350 250-265-3320
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Misc. for Sale BUILDING SALE... Final clearance. “Rock bottom prices” 25x40x12 $7350. 30x60x15 $12,700. 35x70x16 $15,990. 40x80x16 $20,990. 47x100x18 $25,800. 60x140x 20 $50,600. End walls included, doors optional. Pioneer Steel 1-800-668-5422. CAN’T GET Up your stairs? Acorn Stairlifts can help! No obligation consultation. Comprehensive warranty. Can be installed in less than 1 hour. Call now 1-866-981-6591. Car Dolly: Rewired, wheels have been greased very recently. Works very well. Asking $799. Call 250-354-7471. Located in Nelson DO-IT-YOURSELF Steel Buildings priced to clear Make an offer! Ask about free delivery, most areas! Call for quick quote and free brochure - 1-800-668-5111 ext. 170. **HOME PHONE Reconnect** Call 1-866-287-1348. Prepaid Long Distance Specials! Feature Package Specials! Referral Program! Don’t be without a home phone! Call to Connect! 1-866-287-1348 HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/newspaper?
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RARE level 1/3 acre in Balfour, 3 bdrm double wide , with 1 24’x24’ shop, 2nd 1000sqft shop, both fully insulated, which will accommodate any recreational vehicles. $210,000. 250-229-2275
Houses For Sale AMAZING retreat property perfect for the investor, progressive entrepreneur, professional artist/writer looking for solitude, or one lucky family. 23+ acres w/ 2 titles, wonderful 4 bed/3bath main house, stunning views of Valhalla Wilderness Park & Slocan Lake, phenomenal gardens, ponds and waterfalls with inground irrigation, beautiful custom sauna house with sleeping loft, 3 car garage is a work of art with unfinished studio above, Memphis creek, 780 ft of highbank lakefront accessed through forest trails and deck to launch your kayak. Off the grid with Micro-Hydro power. One of a Kind! Newport Realty, 250-385-2033 www.sandyberry.ca
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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 Hunter Special: Cozy 17’ Travel Trailer. Propane stove, oven & heater, 3 way fridge, & bathroom $1200 777-0185
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Anne Marie
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KOUCHIBOUGUAC, NB- Anne Marie Driscoll of Kouchibouguac passed away peacefully after a brief illness surrounded by her family at the Dr. Georges- L. Dumont Regional Hospital, Moncton on Tuesday, November 22, 2011. Born in Charlottetown, PEI, she was the daughter of the late Russell and late Betty (MacDonald) Driscoll. Anne Marie will be sadly missed by her loving husband; Doug MacDonald, brother; Frank Driscoll ( Jude) of PEI, sisters; Helene Driscoll ( Joe Chard) of Victoria BC, Sharon Driscoll of Duncan, BC, Colleen Driscoll (Robin Cherbo) of Nelson, BC and step siblings; Don MacDonald (Paula) of Fort Smith, NWT, Jenine Green (Roger) of Edmonton, AB, Leanne Gayford (Wayne) of Lethbridge, AB, Boyd MacDonald (Rhonda) of Calgary, AB, precious godchildren; Anna, Matty, Rachelle and Tyson, as well as numerous nieces, nephews and friends. Besides her parents, Anne Marie was predeceased by infant brothers; Frances and Joseph, step mother; Helen Driscoll and step brothers; Ian and Howard MacDonald. Education was an important part of Anne Marie’s life, receiving her B.A. and B.Ed from UPEI and her Masters in Reading from SMVU. She taught at St. Joseph’s School in Nelson, BC and Elsipogtog School. Following this, she did tutoring and special projects with School District 16, including helping students write a book on native legends called “As It Was Told”. Anne Marie was a very talented woman, writing and self publishing the book “Agenda 2001 (Women of Kent)”.
Obituaries
Anne Marie was an active member in her community; for example, instrumental in starting the farmers market in Kouchibouguac, active in the Federal Progressive Conservative Party and at her church, both at the Parish and Diocesan levels. Anne Marie was also active in the Canadian Federation of University Women Club, holding positions in the Moncton, and Kent clubs, as well as the National CFUW. She travelled extensively through the club to Argentina, South Africa and Egypt. Anne Marie will be resting at Thompson’s Funeral Home, Richibucto with visitation on Friday from 7:00-9:00 pm. A Funeral Mass will be held on Saturday, November 26th, 2011 at 11:00 am at the Immaculate Conception Roman Catholic Church, Rexton followed by interment at the Knox Presbyterian Cemetery, Kouchibouguac. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the University Women’s Club of Kent Scholarship Fund. Arrangements in care of Thompson’s Funeral Home, Richibucto (523-4252), www.thompsonsfuneralhome.com
WATKINSON: Lillian Mary of Trail passed away on November 20, 2011 at the Kootenay Boundary Regional Hospital. She was born on November 17, 1922 in Rossland, BC. Lillian served for two years in the Royal Canadian Air Force in WWII and worked as a transport driver. She was a lifeƟme member and supporter of the Royal Canadian Legion in Rossland. Lillian was an avid Nordic and downhill skier, loved to spend Ɵme gardening and enjoyed being a homemaker.
Lilian Mary
She is survived by her sons Donald (Susan) of Kamloops, and Brent (Rose) of Nelson; her daughter Heather of Rossland; grandchildren CliŌon, Sean (Talitha), Sheldon, Colin and ScoƩ; as well as her great-grandchildren Caleb, Hailey, Lillian, Grace, Sean Hunter. She was predeceased by her husband Ted Watkinson and her parents Tucker and Edna Stephens. A CelebraƟon of Life will be held on Friday, November 25, 2011 at 2 pm at the Rossland Royal Canadian Legion. Bill Clark of AlternaƟves Funeral and CremaƟon Services™ has been entrusted with arrangements. As an expression of sympathy, donaƟons may be made to the Rossland Royal Canadian Legion - Branch 14 at 2081 Washington Street, Rossland, BC V0G 1Y0. You are invited to leave a personal message of condolence at the family’s online register at www.myalternaƟves.ca
McDonald, Ethel Marion (nee Hollett) Dec. 20, 1920 Nov. 07, 2011
With heavy hearts we announce the gentle passing of our beloved Mom, Nana, and sister, at the age of 90. Mom was born in Edmonton, Alberta but grew up in Chilliwack, Kerrisdale, and Burnaby in a loving home with her 7 brothers, whom she was very fond of. She worked as a stenographer in Vancouver in her early years, where she married her husband of 51 years, Rod, in 1949. They lived in Burnaby, N. Vancouver and W. Vancouver with their 3 children, and enjoyed many family get-togethers with her brothers and their families. In 1967 they moved to beautiful Nelson B.C. where she resided the rest of her life. In Nelson she helped Rod in his insurance business, and was involved with the United Church, Unity, Rotary, and I.O.D.E. for 35 years. She lived on a lovely rural property for 34 years and enjoyed her large flower and vegetable gardens, raspberries, fruit trees, and her dogs and cats - but not the big horses! Mom was a big fruit-eater and interested in herbal remedies and Naturopathic and Chinese medicine long before it became mainstream. Mom especially loved piano and big band music and was bopping to piano great Fats Waller only a few weeks ago. In her later years she enjoyed trips to Palm Springs, the Maritimes, Hawaii, England, Scotland, Ireland, and Mexico with family and friends. Throughout her life Mom was first and foremost a devoted mother and grandmother, and a rock of support and protectiveness. She is lovingly remembered by her children Stuart (Colleen) of Nelson, Gaye (Angelo) of Delta, and Holly (Doug) of W. Kelowna,her brothers Bud (Shirley) of N. Vancouver,Frank (Deirdre) of Victoria, Ed (Mary) of Summerland), and Bob (Joan) of Kelowna, and her grandchildren Rebecca, Rachel, Stu, Nick, Luke and Roxanne, as well as her life-long friend Doreen Spencer of Everett, Washington. Mom was pre-deceased by her husband Rod, and brothers Eric (Violet), Fred (Joyce), and Renny (Joyce). A celebration of Mom’s life will be held in Nelson in the spring, and will be announced at a later date.
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Lorna Marshall (Aitkin) passed away November 21, 2011 peacefully with friends & family at her side. Born June 21,1957 in Carlton Place, Ontario to parents Lorne and Leita Aitkin. Lorna is survived by her husband and closest buddy Jay, and numerous cousins and friends. Lorna had a career in the hotel industry before joining Selkirk College in Nelson B.C. in 1990. She took an 8 month program in resort and hotel management and transformed it into a 2 year University transfer program. Her love was teaching. Every September she eagerly waited to see the new cohort of students arrive. She became attached to many of her students and enjoyed watching them progress through their careers. She particularly enjoyed visiting the graduates in their place of employment to see their success. Lorna loved living in the Kootenays and enjoyed many outdoor activities, Kayaking, golfing, cycling and skiing. Lorna lived with cancer for 6 years. During that time she sat on the board of the Canadian Breast Cancer Network. Through that connection she has several articles published and had the opportunity to work with giving a survivors perspective on the potential impact of research grant proposals. Lorna always said “if you are going to get cancer, Nelson is the place to do it”. Not only are numerous complementary / alternative treatments available but her health team were “the best” she could ever want. Although she had to travel to Kelowna, Vancouver and frequently Trail, her team in Nelson went above and beyond to look after her. It wasn’t just her cancer team, Dr. Malpass, Dr. Boyd, Dr. Sawyer, Cheryl, Annette and Juanita, but so many other services. The lab technicians, ER, Xray, the booking staff, the receptionists, pharmacy, the 3rd floor personnel all tried to make things as easy and comfortable as possible for her. Memorial service 3PM Monday Nov 28 2011 United Church 602 Silica St Nelson Reception 4pm Mary Hall – Dining Room Selkirk College 10th street Campus Thank you’s go to her family and her friends and her “adopted daughters” for being there for her and Jay. “My work here is done, now it’s time to rest” In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to: Kootenay Lake Hospital Foundation - www.klhf.org, Nelson SPCA - www.spca.bc.ca/branches/nelson, The Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation - www.cbcf.org
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Friday, November 25, 2011 Nelson Star
Community July 1 Sight-Seeing Tours Fuel Donation
Nelson Pilots Association flies for Our Daily Bread SUBMITTED Special to the Nelson Star
The Nelson Pilots Association actively appreciates the importance of charitable organizations and social services in our community. This past July 1, Nelson pilots Don MacKinnon, Case Grypma, and Cal Laybourne donated their time, airplanes, and fuel to provide sight-seeing rides to the public in exchange for charitable donations. This is a common undertaking by the association. At its regular monthly meeting, Pastor Jim Reimer of Kootenay
Christian Fellowship visited the pilots to describe the Our Daily Bread program. Besides serving wholesome and reasonably priced daily meals in a comfortable and loving place, Our Daily Bread also provides life skills coaching as well as referrals for short-term jobs. Pastor Jim accepted the proceeds for the July charity flights. Asked what else organizations like the NPA could do for Our Daily Bread, Pastor Jim indicated that while cash donations are always welcome and appreciated, there is a strong need for volunteers as well as opportunities for odd job-type work.
At a recent meeting of the Nelson Pilots Association, a cheque was presented to Our Daily Bread. Those posing for the picture included (L to R) Cal Laybourne, Bob Schmitz (association president), Pastor Jim Reimer and Don MacKinnon.
THE CAPITOL THEATRE PRESENTS
Preparing for Santa’s Mall Arrival The elves at the Chahko Mika Mall have been busy creating a winter wonderland for Santa to work out of during December. Tomorrow morning at 9 a.m. the big jolly fella in the red suit will arrive to the waterfront shopping centre and begin a month long run that ends on December 23 when he has to leave to prepare for some serious Christmas Eve business.
24TH ANNUAL CAPITOL CHRISTMAS PANTO
DECEMBER 1, 2, 3, 7:30 DEC 3,4, 2PM MAT
Watch it
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Directed by Laurie Jarvis Tickets $15 Adult $10 Student $40 family of four charge by phone 250.352.6363 online www.capitoltheatre.bc.ca
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Local School Has Full Day of Events Planned
Healthy Pets, Happy Pets
Waldorf gets set for winter faire natural wares with the Waldorf Community Choir leading carols. A sustainable solstice basket raffle will feature many delightful food related gifts donated by the generous Nelson community. The snowflake village theatre will be performing the pup-
pet play story of The Snow Maiden tickets available at the admission desk — $3 per person. All children’s activities are from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. and the artisan market is open until 4 p.m. Admission prices to the faire are $6 per child five years
and older and $4 per child four years and younger — adults are free. The Waldorf School is located five minutes from Nelson on Highway 6, driving toward Ymir. For more information call 250-3526919 or visit nelsonwaldorf.org.
Valhalla Path Realty
280 Baker St., Nelson, BC
(250)354-4089
valhallapathrealty@telus.net THE BEST OF RURAL LIVING
Wayne Germaine 250.354.2814 wayne@valhallapathrealty.com
$629,900
Impressive handcrafted timber frame home 10 minutes west of Nelson with stunning river and mountain views. The quality and warmth make you feel at home. 4 beds, 2½ baths, including a huge master suite with office nook and deck. Wood cabinets, floors and windows. Wood burning stone fireplace, efficient heat pump/air conditioning system, wine pantry, media/movie room. Spacious sun deck. Large double garage/shop with fitness loft. Over 1 acre with trees, lawn and southern exposure.
250.352.7861 250 2124 Ymir Road We Love Your Pets & They love Us! www.nelsonvet.com
STILL DOING TIME 250.352.7178 520 C Falls Street Nelson, BC Above Savoy Bowling Lanes Open Tues - Sat.: 12:00 - 5:00pm View our current animals available for adoption and check out the new Lost & Found section on our website!
www.spca.bc.ca/nelson Kootenay Animal Assistance Program Society (KAAP)
Pets Available for Adoption Call 250-551-1053 for information or visit: www.homesforanimals.com KAAP has new puppies, kittens, and wonderful adult cats now available for adoption through our program. Check our web site at www.homes4animals.com for more details and application forms, or call our co-ordinator at 250-551-1053 to arrange a visit in the pet’s foster home.
Call Wayne BANK SALE
Robert Goertz 250.354.8500 robert@valhallapathrealty.com www.kootenayconnector.com
$199,000
Special to the Nelson Star
On Saturday, December 10, in the darkest part of the year, the Nelson Waldorf School will host its annual Winter Faire — a wholesome natural celebration of this magical season. The school is transformed into a winter village. Here children and adults can make nature crafts and hand-dipped beeswax candles. The children-only store is full of beautiful handmade gifts for children to do some gift shopping. There is a bakery to experience the different stages of bread making. When you are hungry you can find
warm homemade soup at the frost bite cafe, eggnog at the rudolph cafe, or hot cider and sausages at the fireside cafe. Past the central fire, around the children’s tobogganing hill, and through the snowy field is the cedar forest celebration in the Kinderhouse. Children of all ages eagerly await the much loved Cookie Kingdom where they hear a story from the king or queen and choose a cookie. There are also delicious healthy snacks in the Gnome Cafe and quiet candle decorating crafts. In the Silver King Hall is the artisan market where local artists are selling their handmade and
Call Robert A MOUNTAIN OF OPPORTUNITIES
Whichever direction you choose on December 10, you are sure to end up in a memorable location. SUBMITTED
Priced below recent appraised value, this home needs some TLC but offers the right buyer a great opportunity to turn this home into a money maker. Central to Nelson and Castlegar this single family home currently has multiple living spaces and lots of potential to convert your efforts into equity.
Norm Zaytsoff 250.354.8584 norm@valhallapathrealty.com
$530,000
Hidden in the trees of Bonnington this park like acreage is as rare as it is special. From its development potential to its mountainous beauty this is truly a specialty property. The 4 bed 3 bath home is well thought out, bright and is sure to please. In addition there is a wood burning sauna and a 16’3x 24’2 shop well equipped for the craftsman in the family. Opportunity awaits.
We have two litters of young pups: Pinot and Honey are ShepherdLab, rescue pups from Alberta; and Brian and Bear are CollieShepherd-Lab, locally grown in the Slocan Valley. All pups are vaccinated, de-wormed, spayed/neutered, and tattooed and this is all covered by their adoption fee.
Call Norm or Lev
PUTTING THE V IN VALUE
Lev Zaytsoff 250.354.8443 lev@valhallapathrealty.com
$239,900
This 2008 2 bed, 2 bath mobile offers stainless steel appliances, A/C and the comfort of owning a home only 4 years old. The mobile sits on just under 2 sun soaked acres with lovingly maintained gardens and fruit trees. Within 30 min to Nelson and Castlegar this will not last long.
Call Lev or Norm IT’S IN GREAT SHAPE
James Loeppky 250.509.0804 james@valhallapathrealty.com
Yara Chard 250.354.3382 info@nelsonlocal.com www.nelsonlocal.com
$214,985
$539,900
Tuxie is a pretty 10-week old kitten who has a neurological condition that makes her wobbly. She will make a great companion, so affectionate and loving, but will need some special care to keep her safe. She’s worth it! Call for more information: 250-551-1053.
Amazing house that is 108 years old. Solid, well built and in exceptionally good condition. Recently added 200 amp electrical service and a modern electric forced air furnace with wood stove in the basement for backup. This charmer is in move in condition. 3 beds, 1 bath and a 4th bdrm easily done. Just down the street from the Procter General Store, walking distance to the marina and beach area, all on a lovely treed 75’x117’ lot. Come see the best deal in the Kootenays.
Call James
MOTIVATED This North Shore home is situated on a very private, lush 1/2 acre fenced lot. With an open floor plan, gourmet kitchen, sunken living areas, large bedrooms, and a huge workshop, there is something for everyone. A must see. Call Yara or visit www.NelsonLocal.com
www.valhallapathrealty.com
RARE! KAAP has a litter of orange tabby kittens, and they are girls! Very unusual. These adorable kittens have been vet checked and vaccinated, and are ready for adoption. Please call and schedule a visit to pick your kitten now.
We’re getting reports of lost dogs without ID. Protect your pet and get them home safely to you! Nelson Farmer’s Supply has a tag engraving machine; get your custom tag done while you shop. Proceeds are donated to KAAP.
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Friday, November 25, 2011 Nelson Star
NEWS
November 25, 2011 COUNCIL UPDATES New Council Elected After this month’s general election there will be a few familiar faces, and a few new faces around the Council table. Mayor John Dooley has been reelected, and will be joined by Councillors Adams, Batycki, Cherbo, Kiss, Kozak and Macdonald. Full election results are available on the City website at www.nelson.ca. The Inaugural Meeting of Council will take place on Monday, December 5, 2011 at 7:00 pm at the Prestige Lakeside Resort & Convention Centre.
Downtown Electrical Upgrades Work on upgrading the downtown electrical system continued throughout 2011. Some important phases of the project were completed, including: The civil works portion of the downtown electrical upgrades to the Baker Street Lanes was completed September 10th. Asphalt patching in all excavation areas was completed November 10th. Installation of all the underground system network
FIRE DEPARTMENT NEWS cables/conductors,padmount transformers, associated terminations and energization was completed November 9th. Larger load customers (a total of 15 locations) have been transferred from the old 4kV system to the new 25kV system. The transfer at the 15 locations provides a significant reduction of load on the old system. This reduction in load gives added stability and security to the old system and the customers which will remain connected to it for one more winter season. Work will begin again in the spring, with the exact date depending on the weather. Completion of this project, along with the re-build of the Rosemont Substation in 2012, will move us a long way towards Council’s goal of improving capital infrastructure by upgrading the Nelson Hydro distribution system. For more information please call Nelson Hydro Administration at (250) 352-8240.
Carbon Monoxide Detectors It’s silent, deadly, and flavourless. Carbon monoxide, or CO, as it’s known, is most likely to show up in our homes at the start of the heating season. Since we can’t tell if it is around us until it has had a negative effect on us (such as headaches), it makes sense to have a CO detector in our homes. We also need to have our heating appliances (furnace, water heater) and their chimneys inspected every year. Remember, this easily-absorbed gas is undetectable by humans until it is too late. If you feel you have been exposed to it, move to fresh air and call the Nelson Fire Department at 911.
Auxiliary Firefighters Needed Nelson Fire & Rescue Services is now accepting applications to fill several vacancies in the Auxiliary Fire Department. Application forms may be picked up in person at Nelson Fire & Rescue Services located at 919 Ward Street or downloaded at the City of Nelson website. The completed application must be delivered to Nelson Fire & Rescue Services on or before November 30, 2011. For complete details please visit www.nelson.ca or contact Fire & Rescue Services at (250) 352-3103.
CITY BULLETIN BOARD Volunteer Position Vacancies Nelson City Council annually appoints members of Council and interested members of the public to positions on Committees, Commissions and Boards. These positions are voluntary and are established by Council approved By-laws or Terms of Reference. City Council is currently welcoming applications from the public for several vacancies open on these Committees, Commissions and Boards. If you are interested in serving your community on a volunteer basis, visit the City’s website at www.nelson.ca for further information. You will need to complete an application form and submit your qualifications by December 16th, 2011.
Come in and Connect With Your Library!
Nelson City Council, City Manager Kevin Cormack, Nelson Hydro employees and members of the Cultural Development Commission, next to new padmount transformers displaying historical artwork in the downtown core. Completion of artwork on all new transformers will be done in the spring of 2012.
WINTER SNOW PROGRAM Street Snow Plowing During the upcoming winter months, the City of Nelson will endeavor to provide the best level of snow removal service possible. The Operations Department would like to bring the following Bylaw changes to resident’s attention. Bylaw No. 3203 amends City of Nelson Traffic Bylaw No. 3156 to include: • 74 (d) Winter Parking, from November 1st to April 30th each year, vehicles are required to be parked on the odd numbered side of the street on odd numbered dates on the calendar; and be parked on the even numbered side of the street on even numbered dates on the calendar within all residential zones so as not to obstruct the City’s snow clearing operations on residential streets during winter months. If you live on a street that does not have parking on both sides of the street or if your street is too narrow, please move your vehicle around the corner to the adjoining street. This practice will allow us to plow close to the curbs and maintain maximum street width. If you have off-street parking available, please do not park on the street. • 74(e) Every owner or occupier of residential premises shall remove any accumulation of snow or ice upon any constructed means of access including but not limited to sidewalks, stairs or driveways adjacent to the land or premises owned or occupied not later than 11:00 am of any day.
When the snow fl ies the Library becomes a haven for individuals, families, and seniors to escape the chill and warm up with a good book in a safe place, and to connect: with information, education, entertainment, and with one another! That’s why our new logo includes the words imagine, discover—and connect! Our Fractured Fairytales Story Club connects kids ages six to eight with some fun storybook hijinks in: Fairy Tales with a Twist Tuesday, November 29th at 3:30 pm Enjoy crafts, games, snacks, and some fairy tale surprises! Please pre-register by calling (250) 352-6333. Our seasonal family storytime brings parents, grandparents, and kids eight years and under for: Jammie Jamboree! Wednesday, December 7th at 6:30 pm With homemade cookies by the Friends of the Library and prizes for the best PJs (adult and kid’s categories) Preregistration required. Call (250) 352-6333. Also on Wednesday, December 7th from 3:00 to 5:00 pm it’s Craft Day for teens. Drop in and get crafty! No pre-registration required.
Drinking and Driving – Just Don’t BC has the toughest drinking driving laws in Canada. During the months of November and December, the Nelson Police Department and CounterAttack Drinking and Driving campaign will be looking to enforce these laws. Drivers who have been drinking will face a driving ban of three days, along with a $200 fine and a $250 driver’s license reinstatement fee if it is their fi rst offence. For a third offence, fines and fees add up to close to $5000, in addition to a 30 day driving ban. Planning for a little holiday season fun? Make sure your plans include a way to get home safely.
Sidewalk Snow Plowing The City’s sidewalk snow plowing program states that designated, high traffic sidewalks will be plowed of snow by the Operations Department. Of the streets in the program, only one side the sidewalk will be cleared of snow. When walking on snow covered surfaces, pedestrians are advised to take extra precautions, wear appropriate footwear and choose a sidewalk that has been cleared of snow (if one is available). A sidewalk snow plow map is available on the City of Nelson web page. The City of Nelson encourages all residents to comply with the City’s bylaws and assist City crews with the snow removal program.
CITY OF NELSON Mailing address: Suite 101, 310 Ward Street, Nelson, BC V1L 5S4 • Email: info@nelson.ca • Phone: (250) 352-5511 • Fax: (250) 352-2131 website: http://www.nelson.ca