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Teachers in the province of B.C. have been in limited job action since school began in September.

Despite numerous negotiation sessions and even the hiring of mediator Vince Ready, the two sides, the BC Teachers Federation (BCTF) and the Province’s bargaining agent BCPSEA, remain far apart.

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On Feb. 28 the provincial government introduced legislation that extends the teachers’ current contract and appoints a mediator to try and help the two sides achieve a negotiated settlement.

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The bill is unlikely to pass until next week.

“We have applied to the Labour Relations Board to have a full withdrawal of services,” said Andy Davidoff, president of the Kootenay/ Columbia Teachers Union. “We’re on a legal strike right now. We are waiting for ruling on escalating our job action.”

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The teachers’ job action thus far has consisted of not filling out report cards, meeting with administrators, or supervising children in playgrounds.

A yes vote by the teachers could mean a full withdrawal of services as early as the end of this week, said Davidoff.

“Of course, the legislation will have a big impact,” he said.

“If the government introduces legislation today, legislating us back to work because we’re already on strike, then of course we wouldn’t be able to have a legal, full withdrawal of services.

“We’re having a vote today and tomorrow on full withdrawal of services,” he said on Feb. 28.

“That’s a provincial vote. Every member of the BCTF is voting

on that. That result will be announced late tomorrow night or early Thursday morning to the public. When the government is acting like a bully, sometimes teachers have to stand up to that bully.”

The BCTF demands have remained the same throughout the strike: fair salary, increased support for special needs in the classroom, and input into benefits packages.

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At approximately 6 a.m., on Feb 27 2012, Castlegar RCMP responded to a motor vehicle accident in which a vehicle had struck a cougar on highway 22 in the Blueberry/Fairview area.

The driver of the vehicle was not injured, however, he called police because he hit the cougar hard and he feared it was injured when it ran off.

The Conservation Officer was called out, and he, along with tracking dogs, tracked the cougar into the canyon area at Blueberry Creek.

The cougar, which had suffered a broken hind leg in the collision, was euthanized.

The cougar was not emaciated, but was thin. It is not known for sure if this is the same cougar that has been spotted in the Blueberry area recently.

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On February 21 2012, just after midnight, Castlegar RCMP were called to an assault complaint.

A 45-year-old man had been beaten numerous times with a hammer and suffered injuries about his head and hands/arms after he attended a Castlegar residence in an effort, Police believe, to collect rent payment. His injuries were serious but non life-threatening. He was treated and released from hospital.

A 34-year-old Castlegar man is facing charges of aggravated assault and assault with a weapon in connection with this incident.

The male has been released on numerous conditions pending his first court appearance on March 14.

This appears to be a targeted attack, and the two men knew each other.

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A Fortis BC fibre optic cable, first downed by strong winds, was further damaged by an unknown person or persons on the morning of Monday, February 27 in the Thrums area along Highway 3A.

No new information was available as of Feb. 29 according to Castlegar RCMP Constable Ron George, who told the Castlegar News repairs had since be completed to the equipment which had likely been cut by someone looking for copper.

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of Fortis customers in the area had apparently been interrupted by the damage, and was then restored that same evening.

Constable George invited anyone with information on the incident to contact Castlegar RCMP at 250-365-7721.

Legion’s salute to illustrators The Royal Canadian Legion, Robson/Castlegar Branch presented certificates and cheques to the Robson Community School students honouring them for their participation in the Remembrance Day Poster Contest. Front row: Angelina Hubert, Audrey Cassidy, Shelby Marie Rosen Middle row: Doug Bonin (Presenter), Ashlyn Mason-Legebokoff, Nicholas McGregor, Dominic Cristante, Jean Bonin (Presenter) Back Row: Janneh Vergin-Lee, Josh Knudsen Missing from the photo: Kelsey Patterson, Max Vandergaag.

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Social Planning Committee puts heads together CRAIG LINDSAY Castlegar News Reporter

The Castlegar Social Planning Society held its annual general meeting on February 23 at the Community Forum.

Joy Barrett, executive director of Castlegar Sculpturewalk, was in attendance and gave a presentation

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about the current and future plans for sculpturewalk. She also talked about community revitalization and forging partnerships.

“I’ve met with the City of Castlegar and talked about downtown revitalization and what we can do on a large scale than sculpturewalk,” said Barrett.

“I threw out a couple of ideas there such as building sculptural trees in the downtown core.

“That would add a real shot of colour to downtown,” the Sculpturewalk director explained.

“Something else we could do is a community art project.”

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Selkirk College faculty and staff Good times and good soup spotlighted by national attention CRAIG LINDSAY

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Nine Selkirk College faculty and staff members have been recognized as some of the best in their field across the country with nominations for awards from the National Institute for Staff and Organizational Development (NISOD).

“I’m pleased that so many of our faculty and staff have been recognized nationally for their commitment.”

Angus Graeme, Selkirk College Pres.

“I’m pleased that so many of our faculty and staff have been recognized nationally for their commitment.

Selkirk College is so proud of these employees,” says Angus Graeme, President of Selkirk College. “They have amazing commitment and passion not only for their work but more importantly for the students that they help.”

Established in 1978, NISOD is a worldwide organization of more than 700 community colleges dedicated to the professional development of faculty, administrators and staff; as well as

the improvement of teaching and learning – with the ultimate goal of student success. NISOD has been handing out awards that recognize excellence in teaching and leadership at its annual Conference on Teaching and Leadership Excellence since 1989. It’s the largest conference on community colleges in the world.

Selkirk staff and faculty nominated for 2012 NISOD awards include: Instructor of Resort and Hotel Management, Wendy Anderson was nominated for exemplifying excellence in her teaching duties; showing a strong commitment to academic advancement for students, and for being unfailingly supportive and constructive in her interactions with colleagues.

Instructor of Electrical Foundation/ Apprentice, Tom Babbott was nominated for his lasting contribution to Selkirk College’s Electrical Department and his successful delivery of the entire Electrical Foundation and Apprenticeship Curriculum that demonstrates his mastery in all fields – an achievement that places him amongst a minority of electrical instructors in the province.

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Adult Basic Education Instructor, Cindy Gustafson was nominated for her teaching excellence and innovation; improving student access and success, and her exemplary service.

“They (honourees) have amazing commitment and passion.”

Angus Graeme Selkirk College Pres.

Dean of Community, Corporate and International Development, Vi Kalesnikoff was nominated for her honest and open approach to leadership; her contagious excitement that helps her make new connections and establish new partners for the college; her ability to ensure a project is completed professionally; and her generous support of others.

Disability Services Assistant, Nadya Sofonoff was nominated for her tireless work on behalf of students and colleagues to provide the best pos-

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The Kootenay Gallery in Castlegar was the place to be Saturday night as the gallery played host to the second annual Soup for the Cultured Soul.

Close to 150 people were at the event and received a sculptured bowl and samples of some very tasty soups.

“It’s a fundraiser for the gallery,” said Val Field, executive director of the Kootenay Gallery. “It’s a big help for us. A lot of my time is spent fundraising so this is a really good way to raise money as well as to raise awareness.”

Field said the gallery has been in Castlegar for over 30 years and has rotating exhibitions of local and out of town artists.

“Every six weeks we change our exhibition,” she said. “We also have a gift shop that’s full of work

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The soups at the event were Yam and Ginger Soup from Nealy O’Briens, Dad’s Turkey Noodle Soup from the Lion’s Head Smoke and Brew Pub, Lobster Bisque from the Thirsty Duck Neighbourhood Pub, Wild Mushroom with Port Wine from the Black Rooster Clas-

sic Bar and Grill, Dal (Indian Lentil) Soup for Cuisine of India, Roasted Duck and Yukon Gold Veloute from Element Club Bar and Grill.

The winning soup this year, as voted on by the public, was Pam’s Wild Mushroom with Port Wine

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Dean of Instruction, Kate Tognotti was nominated for her exceptional support of students and instructors; her respect amongst her peers at the provincial level; the strong industry contacts she has established and nurtured, and her focus on benefit for staff and students.

Selkirk International Instructor, Robin Trudel was nominated for her caring manner and the significant support she provides to international students transitioning into new cultures and new languages.

Disability Advisor, Glynn Woodburn was nominated for the commitment she exhibits on a daily basis to students, staff and community members; her willingness to be available at all times, even when off work, and her outstanding work that serves as an example in providing excellent service and exemplary leadership at Selkirk College.

For more information on the NISOD Excellence Awards, please go online and visit www.nisod.org.

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Effort acknowledged Noah Kilby, above, left, received a plaque from Ralph Lunn, Akela Cub Leader, at the recent Baden Powell potluck banquet in recognition of completing the requirements for all 6 stars(badges) as a Cub Scout. February 22 was Baden Powell Day and the 1st Robson Group held a banquet for members at the Robson school on February 20 in recognition of this special day. Baden Powell was the founder of Scouts and born on February 22, 1857. The event was attended by 16 youth members as well as leaders, relatives and guests.

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Ashland Training entering new era CRAIG LINDSAY Castlegar News Reporter

Ashland Training Centre in Castlegar is going through changes as a result of government shifting of services. The centre will be entering a new era and will continue to offer employment project sponsorship, service sector and computer training to the community.

“The federal government has transferred all their coun-

selling and normal employment assisted services over to the province,” said co-ordinator Paul Tupholme. “As of April 2, the province will be running all the federal programs other than EI and youth programs.

We will carry on with computer training, short-term certificate course, WorkSafe, and things like that.”

Ashland will also offer a work program

for people on social assistance to help them become employed or re-employed by giving them the skills needed for the work force.

“We also have a program for older workers between ages 55 and 64, who want to get back in the work force,” said Tupholme. “We teach them computer skills and modern technology.”

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es in Nelson will be taking over counselling of people with resumes and long-term training through EI. “We have been doing that,” said Tupholme. “But when we put in a proposal for a five year contract with the provincial government we weren’t successful in that particular proposal.”

Tupholme said Kootenay Career Development Services will open an office in Castlegar soon.

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Editor: Jim Sinclair Publisher: Chris Hopkyns Unit 2 - 1810 8th Avenue, Castlegar, B.C. V1N 2Y4 Publication Mail Agreement Number 40012905

Pink shirt effort - worthy, timely A wave of pink has cascaded across our collective consciousness as antibullying events have seized the day.

If public sentiment keeps step, there is the appealing prospect that the ageold practice of bullying may actually be on its way out.

Most of us have a history with the nasty business of bullying – as bully’s ourselves, victims or witnesses... and it probably wouldn’t be too far off the mark to suggest the memories are unpleasant.

The way the anti-bullying movement is snowballing is dramatic and exciting.

It demonstrates the hands-on, positive nature of how important strides are being made in any number of situations these days.

The underlying theme is that absolutely everyone deserves respect. There is no characteristic that can ear-mark someone for abuse and society is getting that message loud and clear.

There remains much to be concerned about... but when events like the “Take Back the Night” parade have their time in the spotlight... and people of all ages, especially students, show such enthusiasm for Pink Shirt Day, we can all be encouraged.

Did you miss out? Do you have a pink shirt? Make sure to have it ready for next time, or make your own ministatement whenever you feel like wearing it.

We want to hear from you.

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Snowbirds for a week I never really understood what a “snowbird” was. Having worked all my life, I never had the opportunity to go south in the winter and check out “snowbirding.” But recently I took to wings and flew down to investigate.

I discovered there’s an entirely other life down south waiting for seniors and retirees. Whether the destination is the Phoenix area or Palm Springs or a spot in Mexico, the accommodation is not expensive, the food is cheap, and the entertainment is reasonably priced. It doesn’t cost a small fortune to seek the sun all winter.

Upon our arrival in Phoenix, our friends took us to their townhouse – probably small compared to the nests some snowbirds are living in.

However, it is quite liveable with two bedrooms, a large living room, a comfortable kitchen, a dining area, a laundry area, and a closed in garage.

It has two courtyards – one enclosed called an Arizona room and another open to the sun.

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As part of our friends’ situation, they have the right to use seven different recreation sites. Most of the recreational activities are free or at minimal cost if you live in the area. So we had access to huge enclosed waterparks where we waded along walking channels, swam pool lengths, and simply tanned in the available sun.

My friend and I spent parts of two days golfing at one of the many golf courses nearby. At the same time, my wife and her friend putted their way around a mini-golf extravaganza at the nearest complex. These activities were not free, but they were amazingly inexpensive.

There were elderly people everywhere, and clearly we felt we were among the youngest there. I found it interesting that most of the seniors owned golf carts they used to travel around the area – particularly from their homes to the golf courses and to the recreation sites.

It was peculiar to watch a golf cart pass us as we drove in my friend’s SUV. Then we used my friend’s golf cart two mornings to roar through the streets and over to the golf course we were playing. Golf carts sat in most driveways along the route.

An interesting diversion we disChris Hopkyns Publisher

Cindy Amaral Production Manager

covered was to attend estate sales.

Elderly people die or change their minds about where they’re living, and so they or their children put everything up for sale. Because we are interested in antiques and unique items, we went out of our way to attend several estate sales in the houses themselves. It was enjoyable going through an entire household of items all priced to sell.

During the week, we attended a marvelous Piano Man tribute held at the nearby Skye Auditorium. Here we listened to an incredible singer and pianist (the owner of Skye Place) and his band re-enacting Elton John and Billy Joel’s music. I have been to tributes before, some so-so, but this one was magnificent.

During the week, we took a sidetour up to Laughlin, Nevada, to do a bit of gambling. Then we meandered down to Lake Havasu to have a look at the old London Bridge brought to America brick by brick. It was pleasant following the ribbon of the Colorado River south, and on one highway, we were in Nevada, then California, and back into Arizona.

The whole trip was energizing and filled with sunlight. Truly, we will have to consider becoming snowbirds.

Sandy Leonard Production

Theresa Hodge Office Manager

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This paper should be ashamed to call itself a local paper.

We have a business which has been in this town for over 30years and there has been no mention in this paper that it is closing its doors. Every other local paper has covered the closure except tthis paper.

The store is Fields, its part of the Hudson Bay Corp. and you cannot be bothered to cover it, there will be a lot of people who will miss this store. So please run a story on it.

Thanks

There is a new school bully in town and I’m not going to stand by and let my children be pushed around anymore. I’ve tried listening, consideration and respect and nothing has stoppped this bully from interfering with my childrens right to a safe and complete education. This bully must be removed from our schools so our educators can do there job without interuption and our students have a safe and positive environment to learn in. This bully has been in our schools for 90 years, that’s right, 90 years.

Like most bullies they don’t start out mean and manipulative, but somewhere along the line they became selfish and inconsiderate. This bully must be removed from our

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Now, as far as the job action goes, educators are told by the BCTF to stop doing a complete job until “the Plan� is implemented. In my opinion “the Plan� is an objective to strive for WHILE delivering the best education educators can. While this job action goes on our children suffer even more.The students are extremely frustrated, dissappointed, hurt, angry and fed up with this job non-action!.

The BCTF wants us to believe this is for the better, that this will guarantee job safety, security and future needs for our children. The BCTF is a teachers federation NOT a student federation. In my opinion the BCTF’s interests lie with the business of teaching not learning.

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A few weeks ago, Mr. & Mrs. Lemphers told us they got an increase of $2.15 each in their Old Age Security pension cheque. Just letting you know I got a whopping $4.87 increase. Then in the Fortis BC newsletter they tell us the average power increase will be about $4.31 per month. Now that leaves me with about 56 cents. Should I buy groceries? Can’t buy a stamp or put it into savings so I will have money for the next increase for whoever needs it more.

I think seniors must get what’s left after the public service, Senators, and MPs get their outrageous pensions. This is what we seniors call “living on a fixed income,� and oh boy, does it need to be fixed!

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Attend a public open house Some FortisBC industrial customers have the ability to generate electricity that can be used either to meet their own electrical needs, or sold to third parties. FortisBC is seeking input from all customers to determine guidelines for how much power a customer can buy at FortisBC’s embedded cost while selling power from its own generation.

Details: Fireside Inn 1810 – 8th Ave., Castlegar Date: March 8, 2012 Time: 6 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.

If you cannot attend the open house, you can view the FortisBC materials or the BC Utilities Commission Order at fortisbc.com.

Written feedback can be sent to FortisBC at 6SULQJoHOG 5RDG .HORZQD % & 9 < 9 Attn: Industrial Generation.

For more information, please call FortisBC at 1-866-436-7847.

Helping out Stanley Humphries grade 10 student Tyler Amaral bought a metal rail from the metal shop at SHSS and donated it to the indoor skate park in Castlegar which is located at the Kinnaird Park Community Church (the old Kinnaird Middle School).

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Thursday, March 1, 2012 Castlegar News

Community Calendar

Tell us about your upcoming event, email: reporter@castlegarnews.com

Upcoming MAR. 1 - APR. 26 - NEED A HAND WITH YOUR TAXES? - Trained vol-

unteers can help you complete your income tax return for 2011 at Castlegar Community Services, 1007-2nd. St. Call 250-3652104 for appointment. Income level:single $25,000.00 or less, couples families $35,000.00 or less, add. Child $2000.00. Program runs Mar.1-Apr.26,2011, Tue, & Thurs., 9:30-noon & 1:00-3:30 p.m.

Remember to bring all your tax papers and forms with you.

MAR. 2 - WORLD DAY OF PRAYER -

At the Castlegar United Church at 1 p.m., 809 Merry Creek Road.

Written by the women of Malaysia. All welcome.

MAR. 2 - CASTLEGAR FIGURE SKATING CLUB “LET’S GO TO THE MOVIES” - The Castlegar Skating

Club is presenting a Season Finale Mini-Show featuring all Club members, from CanSkate to STARSkate. Admission is by Donation. Programs, carnations, baking will be on sale. We appreciate your support of our Skaters!

MAR. 2 AT 7 PM AT THE CASTLEGAR UNITED CHURCH -Come and see

Ed and Hazel Beynon’s slides on their recent visit to the Galapagos Islands and learn more about this fascinating place.

MAR. 3 - ST. DAVID’S DAY CELEBRATION - To celebrate, St. David’s

Anglican Church is having a dinner in the church basement at 5:30 p.m.. Tickets: adults $15, children under 12 $5. For information contact Helen at 250365-8249.

MAR. 3 AND 4 - KOOTENAY HOME AND LIFESTYLE EXPO - The Castle-

gar & District Chamber of Commerce presents the annual Kootenay Home & Lifestyle Expo at Selkirk College Gym, Castlegar.

This two-day jam-packed event will showcase the latest and innovative products and services for your home, garden, leisure and much more. Big or small business this expo is for you.

Maximize your business exposure while consumers view your products and services. Enter the draws and see the demonstra-

tions. To book your space or for more information contact Castlegar Chamber 250-3656313 or tourism@castlegar.com.

MAR. 4 - SCRABBLE FOR LITERACY TOURNAMENT - from 1-4 pm at

the Castlegar Public Library.

This is a fun event with good food and great prizes. Come out and play. Bring a friend. All players are welcome and will be matched according to ability. All proceeds from the tournament will go directly to support literacy programs in Castlegar. To register call Alana Murdoch at 250-304-6862 or email at amurdoch@cbal.org.

MAR 6 - CASTLEGAR FRIENDS OF PARKS AND TRAILS OPEN HOUSE -

Castlegar Recreation Complex 5 p.m. – 9 p.m. AGM at 7 p.m.

MAR. 7 - PARENT INFORMATION SESSION - Selkirk College, Castlegar

Campus, 6:15-7:30 p.m.

Let Selkirk College help you understand the post-secondary system and give you the tools to develop a solid post-secondary plan for your child. Parents with children in grades 9 –12, high school students and adults looking into post-secondary programs will be interested in this FREE session. For further information or to RSVP please contact Selkirk’s Educational Recruitment Coordinator at akinakin@ selkirk.ca or 250-505-1396.

MAR. 6 - CASTLEGAR FRIENDS OF PARKS AND TRAILS SOCIETY -

Open House 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Recreation Complex. Learn about local trails and provide your ideas. Everyone welcome.

MAR. 6 - THE WONDERFUL WORLD OF BATS PRESENTED BY CASTLEGAR GARDEN CLUB & FISH & WILDLIFE COMPENSATION PROGRAM.

Castlegar Complex - 7 p.m. Everyone Welcome. Free Admission. Features great photographs and information on a variety of species from around the globe, including those native to the West Kootenay.

Learn more about the history and biology of bats - from the world’s smallest weighing in at about two grams to the largest boasting a two-metre wingspan.

Thomas Hill has spent many years searching for, tracking, monitoring and documenting local bat species, particu-

larly the blue-listed (vulnerable) Townsend’s Big-eared bat found here in the Kootenay region.

Information: Rose Cheveldave: 250-365-9600 or castlegargardenclub@shaw.ca.

MARCH 7 - TOASTMASTERS MEETING - Want to be a better commu-

nicator? The local Toastmasters club, the Sentinel Speakers, will meet from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Fireside Inn Castlegar. Learn speaking skills, gain confidence and have some fun! Guests warmly welcomed. For more information please call Diane Cushing at 250-365-8336.

MAR. 8 - CASTLEGAR AND DISTRICT LIBRARY ASSOCIATION ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING - 6 p.m. drinks,

6:30 p.m. dinner, 7 p.m. meeting.

At the Legion Hall. RSVP Cheryl by phone at 250-365-7751 or email cheryl@castlegarlibrary.ca

by Feb. 22. A vegetarian option is available.

MAR. 10 - TALENT NIGHT AT BRILLIANT CULTURAL CENTRE - doors

open at 6 p.m, program starts at 7 p.m. Tickets $15 at the door.

Pie & Chai after the program for $5 a ticket.

MAR. 12 - MUNICIPAL PENSION PLAN RECIPIENTS MEETING at Royal Ca-

nadian Legion, 248 Columbia Ave at 10:00 a.m. Please phone 250 365 8215 by Mar. 9 if you plan to join us.

MAR. 31 - 13TH ANNUAL WINE FESTIVAL - Presented by the Castlegar

Sunrise 2000 Rotary Club at the Castlegar Community Complex from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. Tickets available at Oglows Paint, Bubblee’s Liquor, and Sound West (Trail).

Ongoing ONGOING: VENDORS NEEDED FOR CASTLEGAR GARDEN AND NATURE FEST, on May 19. Garden related

only please. Contact: 250-3994439 or email castlegargardenfest@shaw.ca ONGOING: CASTLEGAR & DISTRICT HOSPITAL FOUNDATION LIGHT UP CAMPAIGN - The Foundation is

raising money to purchase three Space Lab cardiac monitors, Life Pak 15 crash cart monitors/defibrillators, and CADD Prism

pump. call 250-304-1209 or mail cheque to 709 10th Street, Castlegar, BC V1N 2H7 to donate.

ONGOING: CASTLEGAR GARDEN CLUB MEETS THE FIRST TUESDAY OF THE MONTH 7 p.m. at the Castle-

gar Community Complex, Kootenay Room. New members are always welcome. Share your love of gardening with other garden enthusiasts and expand your gardening horizons. Information: Pam Johnston: 250-304-4701 or castlegargardenclub@shaw.ca.

ONGOING: DOUKHOBOR CENTRE WRITING CONTEST - Doukho-

bor Discovery Centre Village Museum is holding a writing contest open to children, teens and adults. The subject matter is Doukhobor migration and must be based on actual time lines. Work submitted can be poetry or short story (fact/fiction) and must be original. The deadline for submissions is May 6, 2012. Winners and prizes to be announced June 2012. Please bring or send your entries to the Doukhobor Discovery Centre Village Museum 112 Heritage Way, Castlegar B.C., V1N-4M5.

Phone 365-5327 for more information.

ONGOING: CASTLEGAR JUDO CLUB MEETS MONDAYS, THURSDAYS at

6:15-8 p.m. At Twin Rivers Elementary for Sept. 12 to May/ June. Male or Female, ages eight years and up. Registration at any meeting. Call senior sensei John Gibson 250-5763 or sensei James Welychko, 250-365-4920.

ONGOING: CASTLEGAR ART WALK 2012 CALL FOR ARTISTS - Castle-

gar’s 16th Annual Art Walk will be on display from June 26 to September 16. Artists interested in being a part of this event need to apply before March 28, 2012.

For an application package please contact the Castlegar Arts Council at castlegararts@gmail. com or pick one up at Biznet in the Columbia Plaza ONGOING: TWIN RIVERS CHORALE REHEARSALS are held every

Thursday at 7 p.m. at St. Peter’s Lutheran Church (713 4th Street, Castlegar, BC, V1N 2B7).

If you love to sing and want to sing both classical and contemporary music, come join the Twin Rivers Chorale. The reg-

istration fee is $30 for the entire season and you do not have to be able to read music to join the chorale. FMI contact Sarah Currie at 250-304-2529 or curries@ ymail.com.

ONGOING: AL-ANON MEETS EVERY MONDAY NIGHT AL-ANON is for

people whose lives have been affected by someone else’s drinking. Meeting every Monday 8 p.m. to 9 p.m. at 2224 6th Ave. (Kootenay Society for Community Living building.) For more information call Donna 3653168 or Eileen 365-3674.

ONGOING: CONVERSATION CLUB.

Mondays 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. If Canada is your new home, come and meet others who have immigrated to Canada and spend time chatting and learning. At Kootenay Family Place (behind Chopsticks) ONGOING: STUDY GROUP, “BEAUTIFUL OUTLAW”, experience the

playful, disruptive, extravagant personality of Jesus. at the New Life Assembly. Call 250-365 5212.

ONGOING: THE WEST KOOTENAY FAMILY HISTORIANS SOCIETY meets

at 7 p.m. on the first Monday of each month (September to June) at Stanley Humphries Senior Secondary School in Castlegar.

New Members are welcome.

For further information, contact Grace DeBiasio at 250-364-1426 or Ingeborg Leavell at 250-3670076.

ONGOING: SHARING DINNER POT -

Every Tuesday at 12 p.m. at the Cadet Hall on 8th Avenue. No charge.

ONGOING: SR. ACTIVITIES @ COMPLEX - Mon. 10 a.m. Darts 1

p.m. Whist. Tues. 9:30 Floor Curling & Carpet Bowling, 1:00 Crafts 7:00 Pool. Wed. 9:30 Floor Curling 7:00 Rummoli.

March 28 1 p.m. Bingo, 21 - 10 a.m. Raspberry Reunion.

Thur. 9:30 Floor Curling, Jan. 5 2 p.m. Mar 1 - General Meeting, 2 p.m.; 1 p.m. Bingo (not on 1st).

Mar. 22 - 2-4 p.m. Tea Dance. Fri. 9:30 a.m. Floor Curling, 1 p.m.

Crib & Bridge. Sat. 17 11:30-1 Soup Day. Ongoing: Table Garage Sale 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

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PUBLIC NOTICE Closure of a portion of public highway pursuant to Section 40 of the Community Charter; and Disposition of property pursuant to Section 26 of the Community Charter.

The City of Castlegar is intending to close a portion of public highway “(that portion of road directly adjacent to Lot 3 District Lot 4598 Kootenay District Plan 2248 as shown on Schedule A).”

Schedule A

Tuesday, March 6 at 7:00 p.m.

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the local community.

An estimated $25,000 per month is spent locally in support of the work on this project, including the purchase of local project supplies and services whenever possible,” said James Stark.

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be reinstalled.

The gate is then tested before it is returned to operation.”

Stark also spoke about the economic benefits the project has brought to the entire region.

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existing seals; inspecting all existing welds; re-coating the gate; installing the new seals; and inspecting and repairing the gate guides and other supporting equipment.

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Castlegar’s Sunshine 2000 AM Rotary Club received a visit from James Stark, Hugh Keenleyside Dam plant manager, and Mary Anne Coules, BC Hydro community relations officer, on Feb. 23.

The two gave a presentation relating to the upgrades being performed on the dam and the economic benefits for the local community as a result of the work being done.

“BC Hydro is planning a significant amount of work for the HLK Spillway Gates Reliability Upgrade Project this year, and consequently the site will be very active,” said Stark.

“BC Hydro is currently refurbishing Low-Level Outlet Gate three. The refurbishment process takes approximately three months and entails removing, inspecting and either replacing or refurbishing all of the parts; removing the

and dispose of the lands to 0925449 B.C. Ltd., Inc. No. B.C. 0925449.

The transaction will be a transfer in fee simple. The subject property will be consolidated with “Lot 3 District Lot 4598 Kootenay District Plan 2248”.

The City of Castlegar will receive $10,827. from 0925449 B.C. Ltd. in consideration for the disposal.

Comments on the proposed road closure may be submitted in writing to:

Learn about the history and biology of bats—from the world’s smallest weighing in at about two grams to the largest boasting a two-metre wingspan.

See great photographs and hear information on a variety of species from around the globe, including those native to the West Kootenay.

Director of Development Services City of Castlegar 460 Columbia Avenue Castlegar, B.C. V1N 1G7

Sponsored by the Fish and Wildlife Compensation Program and hosted by the Castlegar Garden Club. For more information call 250 365 9600.

Fax: 250-365-5074; Email: devserv@castlegar.ca To ensure the consideration of your views, your letter must be received on or before ________________, ___________, ___, 2012.

Carolyn Rempel Director of Corporate Services 3350

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Valhalla Provincial Park is a pristine local park adjacent to Slocan Lake that offers many recreational opportunities such as camping, hiking, and wildlife viewing. Most people who have visited the Mt. Gimli area have had the opportunity to view mountain goats in a spectacular setting.

Mountain goats are known to avoid human contact, but here they have become habituated to hikers and climbers and are more “available.” It’s similar to the elk in Banff National Park and the bison in Yellowstone National Park that are known to wander near humans and provide a rare viewing opportunity. In a national park, those elk are fully protected, with no hunting allowed.

In contrast, hunting is permitted in most provincial parks, including Valhalla.

In general the mandate of parks is to preserve a piece of habitat in its natural form, as well as all the animals and

Cindy Walker is a student of Selkirk College in Casltegar. plants that are found in that park. As such, it isn’t surprising that most people are unaware that hunting is permitted in our provincial parks. There are signs that explain not to feed wildlife because it can lead to the death of a bear.

However, there are seldom signs posted to warn visitors that bear hunting might be occurring within the park.

Provincial parks are divided into various designations based on the activities allowed and level of conservation. In Valhalla Park, hunting is only allowed in the “Recreation Zone”, which

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also has facilities such as trails and campsites. Therefore hunting is occurring in the same area of the park as other forms of recreation.

It seems like a paradox to have visitors viewing wildlife and other people shooting them in the same location, but it does happen. In fact, in September 2011, a mountain goat was shot by a hunter near a popular campsite in the Mt Gimli (Mulvey drainage) area of Valhalla Park. It should be noted that the hunters were licensed and in compliance with all requirements of the law. That morn-

ing, some park visitors took numerous photos of the same goat and it`s herd from their campsite and then found the animal remains near their tents when they returned in the afternoon. It was an unfortunate incident which has sparked local controversy. A November 2011 article in the Valley Voice has caused many letters to the editor in support of a no hunting zone.

In December 2011, BC Parks and Wildlife officially proposed a “no hunting zone” in the Mulvey (drainage) area due to this incident. Changing the status of a park is a complicated and lengthy process that must obtain approvals from the Fish and Wildlife branch of the Ministry of Environment. The original Valhalla Park Management Plan stated that no goat hunting would be allowed in the park, however the plan had never officially been approved.

There is a decreasing amount of crown land available, there-

fore potential closures such as this can be a sensitive topic with hunters. Hunting is considered a form of recreation and it is a way of life for many people. My own family has been hunting locally for many generations for sustenance purposes.

In a time of growing support for locally produced food, many people consider hunting a sustainable means of providing food.

Can such different recreational activities co-exist; can hunters and wildlife viewers use the same park? In some BC parks such as Kinaskan Lake Provincial Park, hunting is not allowed at all. Valhalla Park may be able to support hunting but perhaps in restricted areas so that we don’t repeat the recent mountain goat incident. Instead of pitting conservationists against the hunters, maybe the boundaries for each activity should be defined so they are using different areas of the park.

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Bill Clark & staff would like to introduce you to the West Kootenay Advanced Planning Representative, Holly Pender-Love. Please call either location to discuss your pre-arrangment questions, or drop by to meet her at the Kootenay Home & Lifestyle Expo, March 3rd & 4th, Selkirk College, Castlegar.

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Curves’ 14th annual food drive has officially begun SUBMITTED

Recognizing that the need for donations is greater than ever at local food banks across the nation, Curves International has kicked off the 2012 Curves Food Drive with a challenge to all Curves Clubs to meet or exceed last year’s donations.

Each club, including Curves of Castlegar, is asking its members to donate bags of non-perishable food or cash throughout the month of March

to support their local community food bank. In addition, Curves of Castlegar will waive the joining fee for new members who bring in a bag of non-perishable food or donate $30 to their local food bank from March 12-25.

“Curves of Castlegar is committed to supporting the health and well-being of our members, so the food drive is a natural extension of that commitment to the whole community,” said a Curves of Castlegar

staff member. “Many families are struggling with basic expenses and need some help to make ends meet.

Our food drive gives our members a way to reach out and support their neighbors.”

With a theme of “Good for your body and your soul,” this year’s drive encourages Curves members to feel doubly good about themselves as they make time to exercise for good health and take time to help others in the community with a

donation of nutritious food. Local Curves clubs may also qualify to win cash prizes for their local food banks.

Curves International will award cash prizes to the clubs that collect the most food, the clubs that show the greatest increase in donations over the 2011 food drive, and to two additional clubs randomly selected from all the clubs who enter the contest.

“We would love to see all of our clubs top their donation levels

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from last year,” said Curves founder Diane Heavin. “But the main goal of our annual drive is to enlist the help of our members in re-stocking the shelves of local food pantries across the country. We also hope that new members will take this opportunity to give back to their local communities as they join our Curves community.”

For more information about Curves call 250-304-1818 or visit www.curves.com.

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Castlegar Primary celebrated Anti bullying day today.

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Anti-bullying blast All four schools in Castlegar, Castlegar Primary, Kinnaird Elementary, Twin Rivers Elementary, and Stanley Humphries Secondary, took part in Pink Shirt Day by wearing pink to show they are against bullying.

“It’s considered anti-bullying,” said Geri Bryden, a grade two teacher at Kinnaird Elementary. “It’s a day against homophobia. It was started in Nova Scotia five years ago. A young boy wore a pink shirt to school and was laughed at and bullied by some other kids. A group of boys witnessed this and decided the next day they would wear pink shirts in support of this boy.”

This year is Kinnaird’s (pictured above) third year having Pink Shirt Day. Bryden said it has just got bigger and bigger.

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West Kootenay Women in Business celebrate International Womens day!

The West Kootenay Women in Business (WKWB) group is a networking opportunity designed just for women.? The group holds a luncheon on the second Thursday of each month in Castlegar where presentations are made by guest speakers and business ideas around specific topics are discussed.

Previous speakers have discussed business consulting, social media, human

resources and more.

Our February luncheon featured Doug Johnstone, CA of Pinnacle Professional Accounting Corporation. Johnstone spoke about how to interpret your financial results and provided some guidance on common small business financial issues.

Future luncheon topics include socially responsible investing and applied leadership.

The WKWB group has a vision to grow a strong local network of knowledgeable and talented women from all walks of life.

The group is designed for business owners, managers, employ-

ees and women who dream of running their own business one day. The group recognizes that a local network is an invaluable asset and that an investment of time to attend a regular networking event will grow that asset as business relationships are created and ideas and experiences are shared to mutual advantage.

The women’s networking group provides an empowering environment where women can feel comfortable to discuss their business issues and offer solutions to each other.

The group is a non profit organization

with no membership fees. Through the generous donations of our current membership we have begun a bursary fund to assist young local entrepreneurs!

If you are interested in being on the WKWB mailing list and would like to attend future events, please contact Rebecca at rebecca@kfsinc. ca.

More information on the group is available on the web at http://womeninbiz.inthekoots.com/ or search Facebook for “West Kootenay Women in Business” and Twitter for “@ WestKootWomen”.

Atamanenko Invites NDP Ag Critic to Riding Ottawa, ON - Alex Atamanenko, MP (BC Southern Interior) has invited Federal NDP Agriculture Critic, Malcolm Allen to spend some time in the riding of BC Southern Interior.

Atamanenko and Allen will attend the BC Fruit Growers Association symposium in Kelowna on Thursday, March 01. In addition they will be meeting with producers in Cawston, Rock Creek and Grand Forks on March 02.

“I am extremely pleased that Malcolm is able to join me in our Riding for a few days. This will give him a chance to hear firsthand about some of the issues our local producers are concerned about,” said Atamanenko.

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“Almost Abandoned” Sandra Donohue AFCA, Robson, B.C. Local artist, Sandra Donohue, of Robson, B.C., a weaver since 1974, started painting in watercolour in 1997.

Her paintings are in collections in Great “Almost Abandoned” Britain, Germany, is a watercolour of one of the Doukhobor houses in Raspberry, depicting the back the United States, of the house as it settles into a calm state and across Canada. of decline in early Autumn. It is in our Flowers, landscapes, persence, but has it been forgotten and and still life subjects abandoned? inspire her paintings.

She especially enjoys capturing the nuances of light in her images. Besides the medium of watercolour, she paints in acrylic and pastel. In 1997, Sandra earned signature status in the Federation of Canadian Artists.

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Unique gifts: Spruce Gum’s got ‘em in Crescent Valley JIM SINCLAIR Castlegar News Editor

It’s said that good things come in small packages, and in the case of coming across a virtual mother lode of choice gift ideas and “possessibles,” then the bustling South Slocan hub of Crescent Valley is the area and Spruce Gum Gifts is the place.

Marion Perepolkin of Spruce Gum Gifts looks forward to serving you.

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This is where you’ll find an eclectic assortment, painstakingly assembled to the level you may never find elsewhere – pottery

by Rose Hodwitz of Shoreacres... necklaces and earrings by Holly Jordahl, plus the outstanding aboriginal art of Wayne George of Thrums.

Willow branch furniture and paintings

Brian Bogle, Safeway manager pictured above at left, presents Donna Vines, with husband Frank, with a diamond necklace.

The Robson resident won the necklace in Safeway’s Spin and Win scratch card contest.

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in the world as well as a strong emphasis on local artists.”

Spruce Gum Gifts is obviously a valuable connection for the shopper, but also for any interested artists that may want to get their work seen and purchased.

“What we’re interested in is more consignments from local artisans,” Marion

added.

Remember Spruce Gum Gifts when special occasions arise, and remember any occasion will be made special just by dropping in.

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Morisseau scores OT game winner to give Rebels 3-1 series lead

Rebel forward Tyler Robinson slips the puck past Leaf goalie Andrew Walton to give Castlegar the 5-3 lead on Tuesday night in Nelson.

Sam Dobrin photo/Nelson Star CRAIG LINDSAY Castlegar News Reporter

A tip-in by Rebel forward Scott Morisseau in overtime gave the team the 7-6 win over the Leafs in game four in Nelson.

The win gives Castlegar a commanding 3-1 lead in the best of seven first round play-off series.

“We knew it wasn’t going to be easy and feel very fortunate to get the win,” admitted Rebel head coach Steve Junker. “It wasn’t a defensive battle, I’m sure Nelson would say the same thing.”

The first period of game four was a highscoring affair indeed with the Rebels taking leads of 3-1 and 5-3.

Nelson never gave up and kept clawing their way back. A late first period goal from Leaf

forward Nik Newman made the score 5-4 at the end of one.

Tyler Robinson scored a power play goal at 14:28 of the second period, assisted by Peter Mingus and Tyler Jones, to give the Rebs the 6-4 advantage. Nelson fought back once again with J.J. Beitel cutting the Castlegar lead to one at 3:57 of the second period. Patrick Martens forced overtime with an empty netter at 0:35 of the third period.

Morriseau picked up the game’s first star after scoring the winning goal and adding three assists.

“It seemed like whoever was able to get that last one was going to win it,” said Junker. “We were fortunate enough to

hold a lead for the whole game but had a hard time holding it and they kept coming and coming. We just held on at the end.

We kind of got away from our game plan.

They pressured hard

Matti Jmaeff of Nelson carries the puck over the blue line looking to get past Rebel defenceman Tyler Jones in front of the Castlegar bench in game three on Monday in Nelson.

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at the end and we sat back a little too much at the end. We turned pucks over, giving them chances, which was the case all night.

In overtime we were able to get the puck to the net and we got the

tip-in for the win.”

On Monday, Castlegar scored all five of their goals in the second period on their way to a 5-3 win in game three in the Nelson Community Centre.

Anthony Delong was the top scorer for Castlegar with two goals, while Diego Bartlett, Arthur Andrews, and Morisseau added singles.

“It was another hard hitting game,”

said Junker. “Both teams came out hard.

We exploded for five goals there in the second period which gave us a big lead and we held on.

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Rebel forward Scott Morisseau ties game two on Saturdayw with a wrist shot in the second period

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PLAYOFF SCHEDULE Thursday, March 1st • 7:30P • Castlegar Rebels vs Nelson Leafs Castlegar Complex Friday, March 2nd • IF NECESSARY • 7:00P • Nelson Leafs vs Castlegar Rebels Nelson Community Complex Saturday, March 3rd • IF NECESSARY • 7:30P • Castlegar Rebels vs Nelson Leafs Castlegar Complex

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Selkirk Saints sign scoring star from PIJHL SUBMITTED

The Selkirk College Saints Men’s Hockey program is pleased to announce a commitment from forward Thomas Hardy (Surrey, B.C.) to attend Selkirk College and compete for the Saints beginning in the 2012/13 B.C. Intercollegiate Hockey League season.

Hardy is a veteran of the British Columbia and Pacific International Junior Hockey Leagues, where he has suited up in 176 games over

four seasons. Hardy led all PIJHL skaters in goals (with 33) and points (73) during the 2011/12 regular season as a member of the Aldergrove Kodiaks.

The 6-foot-1 winger spent the 2010/11 season primarily with the BCHL’s Quesnel Millionaires, where he tallied 17 points in 33 games as a 19year old. He has also spent time with the Junior ‘A’ Coquitlam Express and Merritt Centennials, totalling 26 points in 65 career BCHL games.

Hardy has also spent parts of four seasons with Aldergrove, where he is the franchise’s alltime leader in goals and points. His career totals in the PIJHL include 73 goals and 168 points in 113 games played.

“I’m looking forward to being a part of the Saints hockey program,” says Hardy, who will study Business at Selkirk. “I’m excited to go back to the small town feeling that I had throughout my years of junior hockey and I’ve

heard great things about the school and the community.”

“I consider myself to be an offensive player who sees the ice well and finishes my scoring opportunities,” he explains, when asked to breakdown his game. “I also take pride in being defensively sound and playing at both ends of the rink.”

Hardy is Selkirk’s first commitment for the 2012/13 season.

Additional player announcements will be made in the coming weeks.

Thomas Hardy, shown here with the Aldergrove Kodiaks, has signed with the Selkirk Saints hockey team.

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Junior curlers invade Castlegar club

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On Saturday, Feb 25, the Castlegar Curling Club was abuzz with action as nine local junior curling teams from Castlegar, Trail, Salmo and Fruitvale engaged in some friendly competition at the annual Castlegar Junior Bonspiel.

Teams in both novice and intermediate divisions played three four-

end games, accumulating points for each end won as well as for each game won.

The rink was full of smiles and action across all four sheets of ice throughout the day.

Team “Car-Ramrod” and “Umpherville” as the called themselves, reported that “They were having a blast” and “The atmosphere was really fun!”... making

famous and wowing the crowd too with their “4 second take-out!”

Other comments shared by other young curlers came from the two Cragg teams from Trail: “It’s all about teamwork and not getting down on yourself. Try and try until you run out of rocks!” Skylar from Salmo who played on a combined Castlegar/Salmo team said, “It is easy to

join in” and “everyone should try curling.” Cayden from Castlegar and many others agreed “It’s a lot of fun and a great time!” “Bonspiels are the best and you get to meet lots of new people.”

To any youth, aged nine and up, who think they may be interested in learning how to curl, watch for the notices in the fall and come join us!

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Helena Gray throws the rock as Jamie Horning gets ready to sweep during bonspiel action Feb. 25 at the Castlegar Curling Club.

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WEEKEND PUBLIC SKATE SATURDAY FEBRUARY 25 2:00-4:00PM SUNDAY FEBRUARY 26 4:15-5:45PM

YOUTH MOVIE NIGHT! Friday, March 30 (Grades 5, 6, 7) - Complex Pool Winter Public Swim Schedule Monday

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Notice to all Community Groups and Organizations. If you would like you event mentioned in this event calendar please e-mail the information to Castlegar Recreation Department at casrec@rdck.bc.ca or call 365-3386 ext 0.

Castlegar Recreation Department Spring Leisure Guide Registration starts March 12th View on line February 27th. Lots of great upcoming Activities.

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Castlegar Girls Softball Association Registration g Feb. 25 and March 10 from 10-1 Castlegar Complex • IIf you register by March 15 you are d to win a free registratio on. entered registration.

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We are desperately in need of volunteer coaches.

SLO PITCH REGISTRATION March 7th 7:00pm Castlegar Complex

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SH junior Twin Rivers defeat Robson in hoops action girls host West Kootenays CRAIG LINDSAY Castlegar News Reporter

Stanley Humphries Secondary is hosting the West Kootenay zone junior girls basketball championships this Friday and Saturday.

SHSS is pool A with Rossland and Boundary Central from Midway. In pool B is J.L. Crowe from Trail, Grand Forks, and L.V. Rogers from Nelson.

SHSS heads into the tournament with a loss to Rossland in league play recently.

The Bulldogs have beaten Crowe, LVR, and Grand Forks in the last month.

“Rossland is the favourite,” said co-coach Kim Matson. “They’re playing really well. Our girls have improved throughout the season so we’ll see. This weekend will be a great test.

We need to play aggressively and rebound well.”

SHSS opens up play Friday at 3 p.m. against Rossland and then plays Boundary Central at 8 p.m.

The final goes Saturday at 12:10 p.m.

The Twin Rivers Elementary School girls grade 7 basketball team took on their counterparts from Robson Community School on Monday at Twin Rivers. The home team won easily win some solid defence and great passing.

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Rebels look to close out Leafs tonight Continued from P. 16

“(Jordan) Gluck was big for us in the net. They pressed hard but we were able to hold on.”

On the weekend, the Rebels and Leafs split a pair of games in Castlegar.

On Friday, Feb. 24, Castlegar held a 3-1 lead for most of the game against Nelson and then pulled away late in the third for the 5-1 win. Morisseau led the team with three goals, while Anthony Delong and

Daylen Pearson added singles.

“We rode Scotty Morisseau’s hat-trick, but we also felt we played a solid game,” said Junker.

Saturday saw the Leafs take game two in with a close 2-1 victory over the Rebels. Jonathon Petrash scored the game winner on the power play at 5:56 of the third period for Nelson.

The Rebs had several chances to tie the score up but couldn’t get the puck past Nelson goalie and former

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“We played well enough to win,” said Junker.

“Walton stood on his head. We pressed hard but as we all know that’s playoffs. You need your special teams to score some big goals for you and that night we couldn’t get one past Walton and they held on for the win.”

The Rebels have a chance to put the series away tonight in Castlegar with a win but Junker says it won’t be easy.

“They’re going to come out hard,” he said. “They’re fighting for their lives. I wouldn’t expect anything less from them.

It won’t be an easy one.

It’s the hardest one to close a team out.”

The Rebs are getting strong offence from their top forwards especially Scott Morisseau, who has a scored a goal in each game in the series so far. The 20 year-old is tied for top spot in league scoring with six goals and four assists in four games.

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Score

Place

Team

Score

Place

Team

Score

Place

Team

Score

1

Deep Dhillon

1143

T70

Mysterious #1

1030

T138

Chelsea Markin (3 )

991

208

Joe Piller (2 )

937

2

H.Byers (2 )

1138

T70

Bill Verigin (2 )

1030

T140

Darryl Flasch (3 )

990

209

Alups Rogues (2 )

934

3

Mac McHenry (2 )

1131

T72

Regan Bryers (3 )

1029

T140

kmgfisher

990

T210

Kinso (2 )

933

4

P. J. Kin (2 )

1107

T72

Sheldon Knutson (4 )

1029

T142

Hockey Sucks (2 )

988

T210

S. Harris

933

5

David Wah (3 )

1093

74

Light Em Up (2 )

1028

T142

Ron Orton (3 )

988

T212

Ryan Coville #3 (2 )

930

6

John Zarikoff (2 )

1090

75

7

Leah Biln (2 )

1088

8

Shamim Pourmokhtari

1085

9

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1082

T10

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1080

T10

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1080

T10

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1080

T10

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1080

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1078

T15

Rose Rilkoff (4 )

1077

T15

Wyatt R Daniels (3 )

1077

17

Pozzy #2

1073

18

R.Keith Beck (3 )

1072

T19

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1070

T19

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1070

T21

Kevin Olesen (4 )

1067

T21

B. Markin -2

1067

23

Fubar Hubel (3 )

1066

24

14

Kimberly Sookorukoff (2 )

1065

T25

Nadine Chernoff (3 )

1062

T25

Pam Zemp (2 )

1062

27

Len Donald (2 )

1060

28

Gratnt Matthews

1059

T29

Helen Zarikoff (3 )

1057

T29

P Markin (2 )

1057

31

Lou Bouliane

1056

32

Kennady Keraiff (3 )

1052

33

C's Crew

1051

T34

Tasie (4 )

1050

T34

James Wozney (2 )

1050

T36

Terry Balyk

1049

T36

Russ Daniels (2 )

1049

38

Firenewt

1048

39

Pat Biln

1047

40

Tickle My Fancy (3 )

1046

41

B. Mercer (3 )

1045

T42

Steve Scott (3 )

1044

T42

L. Terava (2 )

1044

T44

UP IN FLAMES (2 )

1043

Mama Pozzy (2 )

1027

T142

Yellow Weasel (4 )

988

T212

Dave Loukianow (2 )

930

T76

Killer Christ (4 )

1026

T142

99 High Score (2 )

988

T214

Pozzy#1 (4 )

928

T76

Nelson Sousa (3 )

1026

T146

Dennis Ferris (3 )

987

T214

Francis Five (2 )

928

T76

Mike Dmytruk (2 )

1026

T146

Andy Evin (3 )

987

216

Alley Kat

927

79

Sophie's Sprinners

1025

148

Sausage Links (3 )

986

217

Gary Fodor (3 )

926

80

Tim Allen

1024

149

HAB-A-DABA-DOO (3 )

985

218

Danie McTaggart (2 )

925

81

dkaa14

1023

T150

Brittney Soobotin

984

219

Jessee Morisseau (3 )

924

82

Ryan Coleville1 (3 )

1021

T150

Dave Muir (3 )

984

220

MooMoo (2 )

919 915

T83

Grover99 (3 )

1020

T150

Jacob Streleoff (2 )

984

221

Kelly Keraiff #2

T83

Stacy Donald

1020

T153

Joe Chernoff (3 )

983

222

Shawn Walsh

911

T83

Kevin Carlson (4 )

1020

T153

Nat Hipwell

983

T223

Emily C

903

T86

It's all relative (4 )

1019

155

Spring Fever

981

T223

Mert Hubel (2 )

903

T86

C. Mercer (4 )

1019

156

Baloney Heads

980

225

Brayden Biln (3 )

902

T86

Long Shot (4 )

1019

T157

Long Shot Poole (3 )

979

226

Brett Chernoff (3 )

900

Ryan Sookorukoff

979

227

Tamso H.

891

Garry Williams (3 )

978

228

60 Cents (2 )

890

T160

Marilyn Morisseau (4 )

977

229

Joshua K (3 )

889

T160

Phil Markin (3 )

977

230

Robert Mason (3 )

888 886

Blair McCavley (3 )

1018

T157

T90

Shirley Hubel (2 )

1017

159

T90

Soap & Suds (4 )

1017

T92

Dani Wah (3 )

1015

89

T92

Bev George (2 )

1015

T162

Sausage Patties (4 )

973

231

Silverdollars (3 )

T92

R Evdokimoff (3 )

1015

T162

Mac's attackers (5 )

973

232

Nolan (3 )

881

T95

Doug Henderson (3 )

1013

164

Luba Stouchruoff

971

233

Evan Poznikoff (3 )

836

G R Hoover "Hoov"s"

1013

T165

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970

Puckhog2 (4 )

1012

T165

Brenda Balyk (3 )

970

T98

Scott Morisseau (2 )

1010

T165

Me like pancakes (3 )

970

T98

Kristy Daniels

1010

T168

John Jackman (2 )

968

T95 97

Quick Pics (4 )

1009

T168

Joe Gauthier (2 )

968

T101

Alana Markin

1008

T168

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968

T101

100

Suzie Chernoff (2 )

1008

T168

Nancy Donald

968

103

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1007

T172

Walter Swetlishoff (4 )

966

T104

No Chance (2 )

1006

T172

Dion Resicini (2 )

966

T104

Keith Stevens

1006

T172

Kim Keraiff (3 )

966

Deb Matthews (3 )

1005

175

Vertical Acres

965

T107

Kelly Keraiff (3 )

1003

176

Hawkeye

964

T107

Pete Postnikoff (4 )

1003

177

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963

T107

Vi Krest (2 )

1003

T178

Mike Dampier

960

T107

Warren Chernoff (3 )

1003

T178

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960

T107

PicsPic (3 )

1003

T180

Rhonda Jackman (4 )

959

112

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1002

T180

Mysterious Percs

959

T113

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1000

T180

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959 958

106

T44

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1043 1041

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1000 1000

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T113 T113

T183

T46

T183

Mike Tarasoff

958

T46

Papa Barty

1041

T113

Kyle Morisseau (3 )

1000

T185

Matt Roberts

957

T46

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1041

T113

Hoover's (3 )

1000

T185

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957

T46

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1041

118

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998

T185

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957

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1040

119

Skweezer (3 )

997

T185

REdSox9

957 956

50 T51

Pappa Pozzy (2 )

1039

T120

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996

T189

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T51

George Pipke (2 )

1039

T120

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996

T189

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956

T53

Claire Hingley

1037

T120

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996

T191

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955

T53

Austin Shrieves

1037

T120

Sophie Streleoff (2 )

996

T191

Ex Coach (3 )

955

T55

One more try

1036

T124

JT. Johnson (2 )

995

193

Camron Jmaeff

954

T55

JohnnyK (3 )

1036

T124

Mamma Barry (4 )

995

T194

Cindy Conacher (3 )

953

T55

Rod Scheltens (3 )

1036

T126

James Watson (4 )

994

T194

Marnie Pettit (3 )

953

T58

Doug Morisseau (3 )

1035

T126

Ron Postinkoff (2 )

994

T196

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951

T58

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1035

T128

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993

T196

Tyrone Anderson

951

T58

Lynn Opperman

1035

T128

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993

198

T58

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1035

T128

Nadine Evin (3 )

993

T199

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948

Wally Verigin

946

T62

Doug Fellman (2 )

1033

T128

All The Way

993

T199

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946

T62

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1033

T128

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993

T199

Rod Harshenin

946

T64

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1032

T128

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993

202

Pack Leader

945

T64

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1032

T128

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993

T203

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942

T66

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1031

T128

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993

T203

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942

T66

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1031

T136

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992

T203

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942

T66

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1031

T136

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992

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939

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1031

T138

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991

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939

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In Memoriam

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Remembering her is easy, We do it everyday.

But there is an ache in our hearts As we’re missing her today.

DEEPLY MISSED AND FOREVER IN OUR HEARTS Husband Tom, son Eric and the Ehl and Watson families.

Obituaries

Obituaries

Memorial Service for

Greg Zeberoff

Friday, March 2nd, 11:00 am Pentecostal New Life Assembly 602 - 7th Street, Castlegar

Mary Gemmill Oct. 24th 1926 - Feb. 20th 2012 Mary passed away peacefully at the St. Josephs Hospital, Comox B.C. with her family at her side at the age of 86.

Mary was predeceased by her husband Ron (2006), and survived by her sister Elizabeth Cole of Ottawa. Mary touched many lives and will be missed by her children, Jim Gemmill (Susan), Gordon Gemmill (Jan) and Nancy Broad (Dennis).

Mary will also be missed by her grandchildren, Sean Gemmill, (Joanne), Dustin Gemmill (Elizabeth) Tracy Handfield (Rob) Sandra McMahon, Angie Broad (Hugh), Derek Broad, and her step grandchildren and great grand children.

Mary was born in Toronto and came to Castlegar as a young bride with her husband Ron in 1945. Mary enjoyed being a homemaker and raising her three children. Being very versatile Mary worked along side her husband and together they built the house that was to be our home. With Ron working a full time job and Mary raising three children they went on to build two more houses. Ron returned from work one day when close to retirement and Mary suggested that rather than building another house that they should have some fun and take up flying. Both Ron and Mary attained their pilot’s license, had many adventures in their Cessna 172, and enjoyed the companionship of other pilots and friends at the Castlegar airport. Mary had an incredible ear for music and loved to play her piano. Ron and Mary were part of a group of musicians who entertained the patients at extended care facilities in the area. One of the highlights for them was to play at Expo 86 with the ‘Old Time Fiddlers’. Mary also enjoyed her volunteer work at the Castlegar library and the Castlegar hospital auxiliary.

Mary will not only be missed by her family but will also be missed by her loyal friends and neighbours who contributed so much to her happiness after Ron passed away helping her remain independent and in her own home in Castlegar.

A celebration of Mary’s life will be held in the spring at the family home.

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Marjorie Fullerton With broken hearts, we announce the peaceful passing of Mary “Marjorie” Fullerton on February 23rd, 2012 with her daughter Dianne and Christine at her side.

On December 5, 1921 the world was blessed with the birth of Mary Marjorie MacGlashen, born to Owen and Rhoda (Chappell) MacGlashen, in Amherst, Nova Scotia. Other than having rickets as a baby, Marge enjoyed her childhood. In her early years (2 – 10) she lived in Salem, Massachusetts. They returned to Amherst, Nova Scotia (Tidnish Bridge) to the “Farm”. When mom was 19 her mother died suddenly and mom took over looking after of “Daddy” and Brother Bill.

She also worked at the Canada Care stocking new airplane parts. She was always called upon to care for sick or dying family and friends, also delivering babies.

On January 1, 1948 she married George Burgess Fullerton, they purchased their own farm where they raised three children; Rickey, Robert and Dianne. Mom worked hard on the farm raising us “Brats”, cooking for the mill bunkhouse, milking cows, haying, gardening, fixing fences, and being a valued community member.

Due to a poor economy in 1961, Dad moved to BC to look for work. Mom was left to hold the fort down raising us and keeping the farm running.

In 1963 mom loaded up the car with camping supplies, maps, 3 kids and a dog. We looked like The Beverly Hillbillies minus the rocking chair; and drove across Canada ending up in Castlegar. Mom was active in the community supporting hockey, teaching Sunday school and CGIT and starting St. David’s thrift shop. Mom and Dad made may good friends in Castlegar. You would see them camping, hunting, fishing usually with a few grandkids in tow. All grandkids and great grandchildren were proud owners of her mittens, socks and sweaters.

In 1993, Dad passed away and mom continued to maintain and live in her own home in Castlegar. In January 2010, mom moved to Nelson to Lakeview Village, to be closer to her daughter Dianne. She enjoyed 1 and a half years there: Due to some major health issues she moved in with Dianne in September 2011 and remained with her until her passing.

Mom was predeceased by her parents, Owen and Rhoda MacGlashen, husband George, brother Bill, son-in-law Ken Hebert. Left to carry on her legacy, Rick (Pam) of Prince George, Robert (Mary Ann) of Kelowna, Dianne Hebert of Nelson, grandkids Jennifer (Ken), Lisa (Dave), Nicole (Doug), Kathleen (Chris), Jay (Melanie), Jeff (Roxanne); great grandkids, Kathryn, Daniel, Brooklyn, Jordann, Bobby, Cassidy, Abby, Alexis, Nathan, Tyler and Mason; two step great grand daughters Brianna and Alyssa; sister-in-law Marie MacGlashen. Deeply loved by nieces, nephews and cousins.

Celebration of life to be held at the United Church in Castlegar 809 MerryCreek Road at 11:00am on Tuesday, February 28, 2012.

PLEASE WEAR SOMETHING PURPLE TO HONOR THE LADY THAT LOVED PURPLE Online condolences may be expressed at www.thompsonfs.ca Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Thompson Funeral Service Ltd. God saw you getting tired.

And a cure was not to be.

He put his arms around you And whispered, come to me.

With tears we watched you suffer And saw you fade away Although we loved you dearly We could not make you stay.

A golden heart stopped beating With beautiful eyes to rest.

God broke out hearts to prove to us That he only takes the best.

A million times we’ve needed you A million times we’ve cried If our love alone could have saved you You never would have died.

In life we loved you dearly In death we love you still.

In our hearts you hold a place No one else can ever fill.

It broke our hearts to lose you But you didn’t go alone, For a part of us went with you The day God took you home.

Thursday, March 1, 2012 Castlegar News

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