Grand Forks Gazette, March 21, 2012

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❚ Cusack to be evaluated VOL 115 NO. 12

page 3 Chris Cusack was in court on Tuesday.

❚ AIRPORT

Grand Forks Airport to see more traffic?

CASSANDRA CHIN Gazette Reporter

The Grand Forks Airport could see more use in the future with WestJet’s new short-haul carriers.

Though still in its planning stages, WestJet’s new program announced early-February is aimed towards regional operations that will serve smaller Canadian destinations.

At the moment, the local airport is available for 24-hour medical evacuations, BC Fire Services use during the summer months, aircraft fuel sales and recreational use.

“Our key partner is the Regional District of Kootenay Boundary (RDKB), in regional district collaboration, because they also manage and look after the service at the Trail airport, which is seeing passenger service with coastal airports,” explained Coun. Cher Wyers. “We’re talking (to the RDKB) for a regional collaboration and to work together to improve transportation infrastructure in our region because it is a shortfall that has been recognized by the former economic development innovation chair, George Penfold, and his overview of the Boundary Country in September 2010.”

The RDKB has realized the potential of both airports but the costs of operating both are expensive, Wyers pointed out.

“I understand WestJet has something planned,” explained Wyers. “I was looking back and the last information I had in Jan. 25 was that the mayor of Castlegar had approached WestJet about the proposed regional services.”

Castlegar’s Chief Administrative Officer John Malcolm stated the city did speak to WestJet upon hearing plans of entering into regional air service.

“We did contact them and they said while they’ve decided to looking into regional service, they are still looking at a list of airports throughout the country that may work for their routes,” he explained. “We’ve indicated that we’re interested but we haven’t heard from them any further. We’re hopeful.”

WestJet Public Relations Officer Robert Palmer stated, “There have been no discussions yet, as we are still far early in the process. We will not be in a position to look at various communities for some time.”

While Castlegar is known for its topography and terrain, with two mountain faces on both

ends of their runway, the city also has to contend with its changing weather.

“The difference in the airplanes that Air Canada Jazz uses and what WestJet is proposing to use, is the technology and the navigational systems in the Bombardier aircraft that will be used are much better,” explained Wyers. “Not only for the topography but also the lower weather limits that impact the north-west running valley over there with the Columbia River system.”

On the other hand, the Grand Forks Airport faces different weather patterns and has more open days due to lack of body of water and the temperature changes.

“Our airport is the only airport in the entire West Kootenay Boundary region that has 24-hour accessibility for Medevac,” stated Wyers. “None of the other airports have that capability and that is our primary service for the entire region.”

Grand Forks Airport is the only airport with 24-hour accessibility east of Kelowna, B.C., until the Alberta border, stated Wyers.

Along with Medevac, the airport is used by B.C. Fire services.

“The Ministry of Forests, Lands and Natural Resources have expanded over the last few years and they have quite a big operation and a base here,” stated Wyers. “We do see helicopters and aerial spotting planes stationed here during the summer, any time from spring to fall under contract with the Ministry of Forests.”

Wyers pointed out despite the opportunities coming, it does require community and partnership to work.

Including the efforts to boost usage of the airport, the lighting systems do require replacing.

“The lighting systems were (installed) in 1998,” she added. “All the solar panels and batteries that were put up on our hill tops are becoming dated and eventually need replacing.”

The lights and panels are serviced regularly, but will need to be updated some time soon.

“It’s nice to hear that WestJet has considered our region,” stated Wyers. “Hopefully it’ll be a collaboration between all three communities that have an airport.”

Along with Grand Forks and Castlegar, Trail also has an airport.

Grand Forks Airport has a 4,300-foot (1,310-metre) runway with two taxiways and aprons. The airport is now equipped with 24 airport landing lights which allows for emergency access flights 24 hours a day.

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1907 A visit from F.D. Simpson of Cranbrook, Grand Master of the IOOF of British Columbia, was the occasion of a special meeting of Gateway Lodge.

1912 Premier Richard McBride and Attorney-General W.J. Bowser conferred with local delegations and took the opportunity to meet with interested local citizens at the Davis Hall during a short visit to the city.

1917 A carload of McLaughlin automobiles arrived in Grand Forks for local dealer N.L. McInnes.

1922 Grand Forks Growers’ Exchange was advised by the Okanagan United Growers that it was expected that a settlement for all pools of last season’s fruit crop would be cleared up in about six weeks.

1927 T.J. Lynch, manager of the Hill & Lynch Poultry Farm, reported a highly successful hatch of chicks this season.

1932 With a view to selling the entire $45,000 Power Project Bond issue entirely at home, city council was planning for a single day effort in March.

1937 Negotiations were completed whereby the City Cartage Company, under the Grand Forks Transfer, were amalgamated and were hereafter to be known as the City Cartage Company, under the management of P.A. Petersen and Stanley Davis.

1942 Plans were going forward for the operation of the Grand Forks Cannery for the canning of tomatoes this year under the management of Robert Broder.

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1947 N. Van der Giessen of Holland arrived with his family and assistants into Grand Forks with plans to open a branch of Van der Giessen Brothers Seed Company.

1952 The Grand Forks Board of Trade was represented by Dr. D.A. Perley, president, James Lorimer and George Chahley at the annual meeting of the Associated Boards of Southwestern B.C., held in Creston.

1957 Grand Forks drama students received a total of eight honourable mentions at South Okanagan School Drama Festival. Among those honoured were Sally Beninger, Lee Mitchell, K. Osachoff and Jim Fofonoff.

1962 An early morning fire completely demolished a two-storey log house on the Eldin Bannert Ranch, 14 miles from Grand Forks.

1967 The first home-produced skating carnival took place in the Grand Forks Arena where more than 100 local skaters performed in the show.

1972 Valerie Faminoff, a Grade 6 student, was the poster winner in a contest sponsored by the hospital auxiliary. Lorrie Horkoff and Debbie Bosinski placed second and third.

1977 West Kootenay Medical Health officer Dr. Nick Schmidt says a recent report on sewage disposal in the Johnston Flats area of Grand Forks “reinforces” our previous position that a sewage system should be provided to the Johnston Flats area.

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1982 The 1982 Residential Rehabilitation Aid Program (RRAP) is well underway with 16 applications already made for the tax-free income improvement loan.

1987 Chris Grant and Cody Gidney started off the school spring break in fine style with their find of buttercups to mark the change of seasons.

1992 Christina Lake and the rural fire departments completed a circle of agreements by signing a mutual aid pact between the two departments to assist the other with equipment and manpower whenever needed.

1997 Recyclables piled up as a result of a contract dispute between the RDKB and Grand Forks Recycling.

2002 Grand Forks is host to some Olympics this week. Three members of the Russian curling team that competed in Salt Lake City are also members of the junior team and they’re in town preparing for the World Junior Championships in Kelowna this weekend.

2007 City council has already begun preparing for the possibility of Granby River flooding in the spring, requesting provincial funding for $175,000 in repairs to the Riverside Dyke. City manager, Victor Kumar says high water levels do not have to reach flood status to undermine the banks or areas weakened by last year’s flooding. He says the regional district is also requesting funding for a feasibility study to determine where best to put dykes along the river to prevent a repeat of last year’s flood crises.

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NEWS ❚ CITY OF GRAND FORKS

The first buttercups

Councillor travel expense allowance policy amended CASSANDRA CHIN Gazette Reporter

The City of Grand Forks has amended its travel expense allowance policy to cover the costs of council members’ partners for banquets and reception meals while attending conferences.

Diane Heinrich, corporate officer for the city, explained that council directed staff to do a review on the travel expense policy at the Feb. 20 meeting.

“If you look at the resolution on the 20th, it is to review on costs for the partners that would be attending the conventions, for the meal part only,” she said.

“That was a resolution from council, and there are members in council that at times do bring their spouses.”

There are three main conferences that the city would cover charges for the spouses/partner’s meals and activities, with the possibility of other functions.

The three conferences include the Union of British Columbia Municipalities,

the Association of Kootenay Boundary Local Governments, and the Federation of Canadian Municipalities.

“It was just a review of the travel arrangements but in fact there was one change, which was to include our (partners) to the banquet,” stated Mayor Brian Taylor. “It’s just the banquet costs for (partners) that travel with the (councilors).”

Taylor stated that the travelling was tough at times for relationships.

“The accommodations are always covered, but what was adding to the burden of some of the people attending was their partners attending,” he said.

Taylor pointed out that a majority of other municipalities and regional districts already cover the costs.

“It’s budget time again so it’s going to be a really tough grind. We really are in a pinch right now in terms of what we commit to,” he stated.

Along with changes to meal cost coverage, the city has altered its procedures for covering the cost of mileage with the use of a city vehicle.

Rather than paying 52 cents/ kilometre, the city will reimburse the cost of the receipts for fuel and maintenance, should a flat tire or any other mechanical assistance be required on a city vehicle.

“If there is no city vehicle available, it would have to revert back to 52 cents/kilometre,” stated Heinrich.

“The city’s main objective is to supply the most cost effective way to have members of council travel, or members of staff, to conferences or training or workshops, that are required to enhance our training.”

She added, that should there be a city vehicle be available, that should be first pick for councilors and staff to use to reduce costs for the city.

“With the new policy in effect, if there is a city vehicle available and they choose to take their own vehicle, and there was space provided for them in the city vehicle, then they would only get paid the gas receipt,” Heinrich concluded.

The policy took effect on March 6.

❚ TEACHERS’ STRIKE

Teachers unhappy about Bill 22 CASSANDRA CHIN Gazette Reporter

After a three-day strike period and bell-to-bell schedule, B.C.’s Liberal government succeeded in passing Bill 22 (the Education Improvement Act) last Thursday.

With the passing of the bill, a cooling-off period was imposed that extends the current contract and removes the limit on the number of specialneeds students in the classroom.

Norm Sabourin, president of the Boundary District Teachers’ Association (BDTA), pointed out that teachers want a fair and reasonable salary increase but are fighting more for class size, composition and working conditions for kids.

“I’m deeply disappointed,” he stated. “It’s not a surprise that (the bill) passed, but I am disappointed that we are where we are with it.”

Sabourin noted that the British Columbia Teachers’ Federation (BCTF) began its annual general meeting (AGM) last Friday; the AGM ended yesterday (March 20). Reports indicated there might be a strike vote yesterday but results were not known at press time.

The BDTA is a local group under the BCTF. “There will be regular business that we need to deal with but obviously Bill 22 and the ramifications will be extra business we will tack on and spend a fair amount of time on that,” he added.

“We have until June to come to a mediated agreement, otherwise the stripping will take effect and we don’t know where that’s going to go,” Sabourin said.

“The SD51 (School District 51) trustees passed a motion to write a letter (to the Ministry of Education) to return to free collective bargaining and at this point the government talks about a cooling off period but I don’t think teachers are feeling cooled down by this right now,” stated Sabourin. “But in this process, (the government) will be appointing a mediator, the problem with the

BDTA President Norm Sabourin

mediator is they basically tied the hands of the mediator into a predetermined outcome.”

Trustee Dave Reid made a motion at a recent school board meeting to write to the ministry about not getting into bargaining tactics but support free collective bargaining.

“I don’t agree with either side, but I do agree with the principle that you should be able to bargain freely,” said Reid.

Reid pointed out that at the all-candidates forum in November he agreed with free collective bargaining.

“This to me isn’t free collective bargaining,” he said. “Do I think we should foot the bill? Am I saying teachers should get a 15-per-cent raise in pay? No, I’m saying I don’t agree with a lot of things on both sides, and I’m saying how they got there I don’t agree with either.”

Superintendent Michael Strukoff reminded trustees, “I think we’re a small district at the mercy of big union, big labour and big government.”

Trustee Vicki Gee agreed with Reid.

“I think we should keep it really simple, because if you look at the points, it says they can participate in free collectively bargain after you do this, and all these things too,” she said.

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Grand Forks resident Seth Wood stopped by The Gazette offices on Tuesday with the first buttercups of 2012. He found them on the Gilpin Grasslands.

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❚ HOTEL FIRES

Cusack to be evaluated CASSANDRA CHIN Gazette Reporter

Christopher James Cusack, 47,was remanded into custody for a 30-day psychiatric evaluation on March 20.

Further details cannot be released due to a publication ban.

Cusack was charged with two counts of arson, which endangered human life, in relation to two hotel fires in Grand Forks on March 7.

The early morning fires destroyed the Grand Forks Hotel damaged the Winnipeg Hotel.

He will appear in court via video in Rossland on April 12 at 9:30 a.m.

❚ WATER

Boil water advisory issued for part of Christina Lake KARL YU Gazette Editor

A boil water advisory was issued for the Sutherland Creek Waterworks District in Christina Lake.

The waterworks district encompasses the area from Fisk Road to Tedesco Road, on both sides of Highway 3, and part way up Fife Road.

Dan Ferguson, Interior Health’s (IH) assistant director of Health Protection, said that the advisory was issued on March 7 based on results from a water sample that was submitted on March 5 (Sutherland Creek tests water weekly) and IH tests for two parameters.

“The first one is total coliform and that one, we received a result of 22 colony-forming units per 100 ml and the other parameter we test for is E. coli and the result on that was one per 100 ml,” Ferguson said. “Essentially both of those (tests) should be less than one or zero.”

Ferguson said there was a previous positive result on Feb. 13 with a sample testing with a coliform count of 19 but the E. coli count was less than one.

The test sample for Feb. 27 produced satisfactory levels (less than one for both coliform and E. coli) and the March 5 sample came back with unsatisfactory results, as mentioned.

“Whenever we find E. coli in a sample, it’s pretty much an automatic boil water notice,” Ferguson said.

He said IH wants to ensure that the utility rectifies the problem and that the waterworks district maintains a free chlorine residual throughout the distribution system at a minimum of 0.2 mg per litre (parts per million).

He said that IH also wants to

make sure there are three consecutive negative samples before making a decision to rescind the boil water notice.

“They’ll go through, probably, a couple of weeks here of sampling from a variety of sites to make sure we’re not getting any total coliform or E. coli reported again. Once those series of three samples come back negative, then we’ll discuss removing the advisory with (Sutherland Creek Waterworks),” said Ferguson.

When asked to venture a guess as to why the water samples were showing those types of levels, Ferguson said he didn’t know for sure.

“Sometimes you have a source of contamination that somehow is drawn back into the water system.

Sometimes it’s just a matter of the sampling location; the tap that they were taking the particular sample from for some reason was contaminated and we’re getting the water samples turning positive because of the cleanliness of the tap,” he said, adding that both samples came from the same location so subsequent samples will be taken from different locations.

“It’s really about going through a process of elimination to try to figure out what it is and they’re in that process now so it’s really speculation on what might be causing this.”

Sutherland Creek Waterworks Certified Operator Tom Winn estimated yesterday the advisory could be lifted by this coming Monday.

The Sutherland Creek Waterworks District is not related to Regional District of Kootenay Boundary Area C. People with questions can call Trustee Mike Burrows at 250-447-9776 or Winn at 250-3640295. People wishing to speak with IH can call 250-364-6200.

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OPINION

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❚ Our View

RIP collective bargaining While arguments can be made for the provincial government’s zero wage mandate – B.C. was projected to be on course for a $3.1 billion deficit as of late-November – there seems to be a trend amongst various levels of government to quash the collective bargaining process.

Despite the filibustering efforts of the federal NDP, the Conservative majority passed Canada Post back-to-work legislation last June and union members were obviously not pleased. More recently, Air Canada workers were legislated back to work by the federal government – pilots are challenging the legislation.

On the provincial level, teachers are angry about the passage of Bill 22 – the Education Improvement Act, which passed last week.

While teachers did walk off the job for three days prior to spring break, they won’t be allowed to do that anymore, as there is a “cooling-off period” for six months and very stiff fines if they decide to defy the legislation.

According to Bill 22, individual teachers could be fined $475 per day and the British Columbia Teachers’ Federation (BCTF) could be fined $1.3 million a day if they strike again during the cooling-off period or don’t resume full duties.

In the case of BCTF officials or locals, they must not impede or prevent people from complying with the legislation.

BCTF President Susan Lambert, who was re-elected for another year on Tuesday, brought up an interesting point regarding the potential fines recently.

She drew a comparison from the fines that teachers could face for striking during the cooling off period to the fines that British Petroleum faced for the oil spill disaster in the Gulf of Mexico.

Senior secondary school students need to be in class and need grades for post secondary but fining the BCTF in the neighbourhood of $1 million seems a little excessive.

A mediator for the teachers’ dispute must be appointed

by B.C. Minister of Education George Abbott, according to Bill 22, and at the very least, the optics suggest that favours the government as opposed to an independent mediator appointed by the Labour Relations Board.

While back-to-work legislation isn’t new, it seems that more and more that various levels of government are trying to hinder the rights of workers to collectively bargain.

School District 51 announced at a recent board meeting that it would write a letter to the Ministry of Education asking for a return to free collective bargaining, something the ministry and government should take to heart.

Question of the Week

I’ve noticed that the days are getting longer and while the switch to daylight savings has certainly contributed to this, I’m quite certain we’d be getting more daylight regardless.

With the longer days come warmer temperatures, although it’s always quite possible to get some more snow in the next few weeks – you never really know for sure as we are talking about the weather. “Mother Nature’s a mad scientist,” as Kramer said on the TV series Seinfeld.

Although the Weather Network’s website says that the mercury will be dipping as low as -5 C this week (as of Tuesday), it will also go as high as 9 C later in the week, a little balmier than a few weeks ago to say the least. Spring began yesterday in case you didn’t know.

However, since the temperature’s rising, the ground is

❚ Yu Speak

KARL YU

thawing as well, which can lead to a bit of a messy situation.

My car is splattered with mud as if it were an off-road vehicle and walking in the area past Sugimoto Park on the trail near the Granby River can be a bit of a chore – it’s not quite like walking in quicksand but it’s close.

Also, the once mountain-high snow drifts in the parking lots have melted and while that’s good for reasons of visibility – it’s a little frantic trying to creep out past a multi-metre high mound of snow – the gravel used to sand the streets is start-

ing to accumulate in the corners of those lots.

The potholes in streets are filled with melted snow and pedestrians might be the victims of an unintentional drive-by splashing.

The rural scenery isn’t as beautiful in the earlier part of winter, when everything was snow covered, as the snow is melting, replaced by some brownish grass, which will be green soon but not at the moment. Someone once told me that this was the time of the year – the period between latewinter and early spring – they hated because everything looks dreary and grey – the summer and spring has all the plants and the early winter the snow.

I get why some think it is depressing but if you look at the big picture, it’s just the transition from winter to spring.

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LETTERS ❚ CHARITY

Helping fire victims Editor: I want to share my sincere thoughts and feelings on the tragic fires of the Grand Forks and Winnipeg hotels.

I have many friends and family that worked at these establishments and am also aware of 15 or more people who have lost their homes and belongings.

These places were not just a spot to have a burger and beer, coffee or borscht; to some they were home.

They were also a meeting place for friends and historic staples of our town.

A sense of togetherness and love is what both owners and employees of these establishments offered. Through the years, I witnessed open arms filled with care the moment you stepped inside.

I am asking the community to give back and continue their acts of kindness; I am asking the community to help in any way possible, the owners of the Grand Forks Hotel, their staff and the people that lived there, as well as all the wonderful people at the Winnipeg Hotel.

I am asking you to do whatever you can. Even if it’s picking up a broom, donating materials, food or money. Even a simple hug I’m sure will be felt and appreciated at this time. Whatever we all can do to help these people in their time of need will truly be felt as a community.

This is our time to pay it forward and come together.

Michelle Voykin, Grand Forks

❚ PESTICIDE USE

Cancer society using fear tactics Editor: Re: Health authorities against lawn pesticide use (Feb. 29 issue of the Grand Forks Gazette) Gazette) The Canadian Cancer Society is at it again, providing misinformation about the safety of pesticides.

When it comes to health and safety of pesticides, readers should know that before any pesticide can be sold in Canada, it must undergo a rigorous scientific review and risk assessment by Health Canada.

In addition to a comprehensive set of over 200 tests, Health Canada also reviews all additional scientifically credible studies that exist.

Through this process, pesti-

cides receive a greater breadth of scrutiny than any other regulated product and only those products that meet Health Canada’s strict health and safety standards are registered for sale and use.

Not only can pesticides be used safely but they help control threats to human health (such as rats and mosquitoes), they protect private and public properties from insect, weed and disease infestations and they help ensure that Canadians have a safe and affordable supply of food.

If the concerns raised by the Canadian Cancer Society were valid, the pesticides that are currently available for use in British Columbia would be pulled from the shelves by Health Canada. Instead, the expert scientists at Health Canada have repeatedly stated that these pesticides are not a health or environmental concern.

The reality is that the Canadian Cancer Society has been involved in this pesticides debate for many years and has never provided credible information to Health Canada or others to justify its position, nor have they explained how they can accept other uses of pesticides such as for agriculture if they are convinced of the dangers these products pose.

Pesticides can be safely used and Canadians should feel comfortable if they choose to use them. Sincerely, Lorne Hepworth President, CropLife Canada

❚ VETERAN SUPPORT

Benefits threatened Editor: How could two departments of the federal government be so opposed? I ask this because there are two veteran support programs in play.

One is the Service Persons Income Security Insurance Plan Long Term Disability (SISIP LTD), a mandatory insurance program for Canadian Forces (CF) members, and the other is the Veterans Affairs Canada Earnings Loss Benefit (VAC ELB).

Before October 2011, the New Veterans Charter (NVC) and the Service Persons’ Income Security Insurance Plan (SISIP) provided for 75 per cent of a Canadian Forces member’s salary at release – the two programs were exactly the same.

Injured members were on one or the other.

Last year, in response to appeals from veterans’ groups, the federal government announced they would increase the benefit to ensure basic needs as shelter, food, clothing, etc., could be met.

VAC implemented the increased amount to the ELB program on Oct. 3, 2011. The

❚ OPINION Department of National Defence (DND)/CF did not.

There is now a huge inequity.

We have some veterans, who have been injured attributable to their military service, being paid $40,000 per year and some at less than $20,000.

This is unacceptable and needs to be fixed. We have given DND and the CF ample time to fix this but there has been no commitment. Now, with the federal government deficit reduction a certainty, the legion is looking for a commitment and a firm date.

Surely our veterans deserve better than this. Those that have been injured in their duties with the CF deserve the same income support regardless of which program they are on.

It is inconceivable that institutions such as the CF and the federal government can stand up and say we care for our troops when they treat the most vulnerable of veterans so shoddily. Young people today join the CF for a rewarding career. To have it cut short by a debilitating injury is hard enough, however, the loss of a suitable income should they be unable to work again is a twofold burden that they should not have to bear.

Patricia Varga, Dominion President, The Royal Canadian Legion

❚ RENEWABLE ENERGY

Seeking sun energy Editor: Stephen Hawking is acknowledged as one of the most brilliant theoretical physicists.

When asked to name the most pressing scientific challenge facing humanity, he answered it was the quest to produce commercially viable electricity from clean nuclear fusion – the same energy source that powers the sun. Unlike today’s nuclear reactors, fusion powered reactors could be safely turned off in an instant and would be so safe they could be located in the middle of heavily populated urban areas. Imagine a power plant that could safely and cleanly power the entire Lower Mainland and beyond, without any harmful emissions, radiation or risk of meltdown.

Unfortunately, commercially viable fusion power remains elusive and those working on the problem estimate that it will not be a reality for at least 30 to 50 years. That’s why the clean, renewable energy sources are so important, because they are going to bridge us from a world dependent on dirty coal (the world’s major energy source for electricity generation today) to a world that might one day be powered by safe, clean fusion power.

Mike Taylor, Port Moody B.C.

A federal year in review part II ❚ In the Spotlight

Editor’s note: Part I of the federal year in review was published in the Feb. 22 issue of the Grand Forks Gazette.

ALEX ATAMANENKO

As expressed in my last column, it has been difficult over the past year to work with the current federal Conservative majority government.

Internationally, Canada has continued its obstructionist policies by withdrawing from the Kyoto Accord, taking no lead role to address climate change.

Instead, our federal government has accused Canadians with environmental concerns over the mega Enbridge pipeline project and oil tankers of being part of “radical groups” and under “foreign” influence.

At the same time, the Harper Conservatives and oil companies have lobbied the Americans to allow the completion of the Keystone pipeline to transport even more unprocessed bitumen from the Alberta tar sands.

Canada has also continued its unbalanced support of Israel in the Middle East conflict, instead of working to broker a longlasting peace.

As well, the Conservatives are committed to spend billions on F-35 stealth bombers, without a transparent, competitive bidding process and for the primary purpose of first-strike capability, not protection of our sovereign territory.

Under the new configuration of Parliament, when the vote comes, the Conservative majority has the final say, despite having only 29 per cent of the eligible vote in Canada.

We need to change our antiquated system where such an elected government has an absolute majority to do whatever it pleases.

Look for the Conservatives to solidify their position even more in the coming years with federal electoral boundary changes.

On top of this, we have a Senate stacked with the prime minister’s political appointees that rubber stamp anything he tells them to do; not great for the democratic process.

It is my sincere hope that a fair system of proportional representation will continue to be one of the key elements of the federal NDP, and that our new leader will make it his/her priority. It would be a very healthy step in the development of our democracy to have a Parliament made up of a number of political parties that actually have to work together and reach compromises for the benefit of all Canadians.

Let’s try to make this happen, and not give up hope.

I would like to wish everyone all the best for the rest of 2012.

I look forward to working with constituents to advance their issues.

– Alex Atamanenko is the MP for the B.C. Southern Interior

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This workshop is for teens, from 2 - 4 p.m. at the • Join us for Bible study at 1 p.m. at Christ Lutheran The Friends of the Library are looking for new members Every Wednesday Grand Forks Public Library. A fun, interactive workshop Church. We welcome everyone who is interested. For • Senor Center Branch 68 is holding Carpet Bowling at with new ideas. The purpose of our organization is to where you create a visual representation of how you more information call 250-442-3959 or 250-447-2562.

9:30 a.m. raise funds for the library’s “wish list.” This enables the want your future to look. This event is free but pre• Drop-in Crib is held at the Seniors’ Hall in Grand • GFSS Choral Society choir practice meets at 6:45 to 9 library to purchase equipment, materials and services. registration is appreciated.

Forks City Park at 1:30 p.m. p.m. in the GFSS Band Room. Concert dates are April If you’re interested to find out more, you are cordially Book Club at the Christina Lake Village – • The CanCan Troupe practices from 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. at 28 & 29, 2012. For more info phone Joan Thompson at invited to attend our next meeting. For information call Wednesday, March 28 the Anglican Church on 7th St. Contact Mona at 250250-666-0113 or Nanci Gillmor at 250-442-3935.

Lee Derhousoff at 250-442-2054 or Ev Deverson at 1:30 p.m. Still Alice by Lisa Genova is this month's 442-2237 or Mel at 250-447-2614.

• Boundary Hikers meet. For information and times 250-443-3225. book.

• Pioneer Clubs - Girls In Action (grades 1 - 7), meets please call 250-442-0160, 250-442-5272 or 250-447Last Monday Every Month Book Club at the Grand Forks Library – from 3:30 to 5 p.m. Call Lee Anna Klassen at 250-4429278.

• Kettle River Recreation Commission meets at the Thursday, March 29 5502.

• Boundary Healing Rooms - open from 1-3 p.m. at Rock Creek Trading Post at 7 p.m. Come out and sup7 p.m. Still Alice by Lisa Genova is this month's book.

• Is food a problem for you? The Fabulous Friday at the Library – Grand Forks Overeaters Anonymous Friday, March 30 Group meets at 10:30 a.m. at the Learn to play chess and other board TODAY IS A GOOD DAY Holy Trinity Anglican Church basegames. Play with our XBox 360 Kinect. ment. Phone Ella at 250-442-2346.

Crafts and snack. All ages welcome.

TO PLAN FOR THE FUTURE 2nd and 4th Thursday Every Month 1 - 3 p.m.

• The Boundary Peace Initiative meets ANKORS Mobile Needle Exchange – at 7 p.m. at Selkirk College. Contact Friday, March 30 Laura at 250-442-0434.

ANKORS Mobile Needle Exchange will Every Friday be in Grand Forks March 30 from noon • Boundary Bandits Car Club meets - 2 p.m.; and throughout the Boundary from 4:00 pm (Rock Creek to Christina Lake) this at Tastie Treat at 7 p.m. New memto 8:00 pm same afternoon from 2 to 4 p.m. To bers welcome. Ownership of an old will donate a portion of its arrange for an appointment and/or car/truck is not necessary for memfor more information call the ANKORS bership. Call Jack at 250-442-3502. food sales to the Needle Exchange at 1-800-421-2437 • Youth Group meets at 7 p.m. at or cell phone: (250) 777-0733. the Gospel Chapel (7048 Donaldson Spring Bazaar – Saturday, March 31 Drive) for grades 8-12. For more info Craftspeople, artisans, gardens, home call 250-442-5148. businesses... join them at the bazaar • The Youth Group at River Valley Please come join us and at the Midway Community Hall. Table Community Church meets at 7 p.m.

Robert J. Ogloff, CFP • 250-442-3164 support the library rentals $15. Call Jeannette at 250-449For information call 250-442-8456.

245 - 72 Avenue, Grand Forks 6804 or Fran at 250-449-2333. Lunch • Narcotics Anonymous (open) available, door prizes, raffles. Net promeeting is held at the Holy Trinity ceeds to Midway Community Garden.

Anglican Church (basement), 7252 River Valley Community Church, 2826 75th Ave. Affiliport activities for families!

Easter Tea – Thursday, April 5 7th St., at 8 p.m. ated with International Association of Healing Rooms.

Every Tuesday Put on your Easter bonnet – the First Baptist Church • Drop-in carpet bowling is held at the Seniors’ Hall in Trained prayer teams ready to pray with you. No • The Sunshine Quilters of Grand Forks meet at 9 a.m.

(2495 76th Ave) invites you to an Easter tea from 11 Grand Forks City Park at 1 p.m. charge. No appointment necessary. at the Focus on Fibre building on Donaldson Drive. For a.m. - 1 p.m. Pre-order tickets ($5) and pay/pick up at • Storytime at the Grand Forks Public Library is held • The Sopranos & Co. meet in the GFSS bandroom more info call Rae at 250-442-3333. the door – call 250-442-8550 or 250-442-4806; tickets from 10:15 to 11 a.m. All ages welcome, no pre-regis5-6:30 p.m. They welcome students ages 12-18 who • Scrabble at the Grand Forks Public Library from 1-3 not pre-ordered are available at the door for $7. tration necessary. are seriously into singing. Contact 250-442-2764 for p.m.

Community Easter Dinner – Saturday, April 7 • Overeaters Anonymous meets at 11 a.m. at St. Jude’s information.

• CAN/AM Women’s closed AA meetings, 11 a.m. to Kettle River Lions Club is hosting a free community in Greenwood. TBA for Midway. Contact Wendy at • Boundary Women’s Resource Centre Drop-in 11:30 to noon at the Anglican Church Basement.

Easter dinner at the Rock Creek Fairgrounds pavilion at 250-449-2809.

5:00. We provide referrals, library, information, social • Crib at the Legion Hall starts 6:30 p.m. sharp.

5 p.m. No tickets needed – just arrive. Donations will • “Are you troubled by someone’s drinking?” Al Anon time for women and much more. Call for more info • Grand Forks Air Cadets meet at the Legion from 6:30 be accepted. Door prizes! The whole Western Boundary meets at noon at the Catholic Church Rectory 7269 250-442-5212. to 9 p.m. This organization promotes leadership skills, community is invited.

- 9th St., Grand Forks. For information call Liz at 250• Drop-in Whist is held at the Seniors’ Hall in Grand camaraderie and working together as a team. New Food Bank Needs Items 442-5654 or Lewis G. at 250-447-2668.

Forks City Park at 1:30 p.m. members always welcome. Join the fun. Contact Jim: The Boundary Community Food Bank is looking for Every Saturday • Pickle Ball is held at the Hutton School gym from 6:30 1-866-447-9307 or Janice 250-442-5732. baby food jars, small jam jars, and 250-ml plastic con• Kettle River Lions’ Meat Draw at 3 p.m. at the Prosto 9:30 p.m. $1 drop-in fee. (Also held Mondays.) Con• Boundary Women’s Resource Centre Drop-in 11:30 to tainers with lids. If you can help, please call 250-442pector at the Rock Creek Hotel. tact 250-442-2604 for information. Everyone welcome.

5:00. We provide referrals, library, information, social 2800 or bring them to 7419 - 2nd St. – Tuesdays only.

• Boundary Woodworkers Guild meet every morn2nd & 4th Wednesday Every Month time for women and much more. For more info call OPT (Planned Parenthood) Midway ing for a drop in workshop at around 9 am at 8120B • The Rumplestiltskein Fibre Arts Guild of Rock Creek 250-442-5212.

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Donaldson Drive (the former SPCA site) with a monthly meets. Phone 250-446-2431 or 250-446-2406 for • St. John’s Ambulance Brigade, Boundary Branch Are you caring for a loved one, or experienced the business meeting at 10 a.m. on the 1st Saturday of more information. meeting 7 p.m. at 8008 Donaldson Drive. loss of a loved one? each month. Prospective members are welcome.

Every Thursday • Grand Forks Bridge Club meets at Anglican Church at Would you like to chat with a person who understands?

• Boundary Hikers meet. For information and times • Lawn Bowling - A Sport for Life, played at a casual 7 p.m. for contract bridge. For info or reservations call Call Louise at Boundary Community Hospice, 250-443please call 250-442-0160, 250-442-5272 or 250-447level 6:30 p.m. (assembly 6:15 p.m.) Christina Lake.

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• Grand Forks Pipes & Drums practices 6:30 - 8:30 Boundary Breastfeeding Centre • Storytime at Kocomo’s for children 6 and under at • The Sopraninos, the community children’s choir, p.m. in Room 101 at GFSS. Beginning and experienced Drop in to the Boundary Breastfeeding Centre from 11:30 a.m. Every week a different storyteller. This meets at 4-5 p.m. at Studio B - 7330 2nd St. (old pipers and drummers invited to join. Lessons by Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. at the event is free and held at Kocomo’s Coffee Shop in Gazette building). The choir is open to children in arrangement. Inquiries, please call 250-442-1249.

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• Grand Forks Soberiders AA Group meets at 10 am • The Second St. Singers, a new acappella vocal Centre, at 8 p.m. Contact 250-446-2249 or 442-0072.

Access to a hospital-grade electric breast pump, or at First Baptist Church, 2495, 76th Ave. Everyone is ensemble, meets at 5:15-6:30 at Studio B - 7330 2nd • Pioneer Girls/Girls in Action - Gospel Chapel 3:30-5 borrow a hand pump, video, book or specialty breast welcome. For more information call 250-443-3121.

St. (old Gazette building). Music eclectic: madrigal to p.m. Contact Eileen Gobbett at 250-442-2417. feeding equipment. Phone 250-443-3150 for more info.

• The Royal Canadian Legion holds a meat draw from Motown. Tenors and basses especially welcome. Call • TOPS is the weight loss support group of choice for Dinners at Home 3 - 5 p.m.

250-447-6393 for more information. thousands. Join us and you will see why. Weigh-in is St. John’s UCW in partnership with Interior Health • Seventh-day Adventist Church hosts a vegetarian • Join the new seniors “fun” singing group. Sing songs at 8:30 a.m.; meeting to follow, at the Gospel Chapel Food Services provides a menu of 16 frozen meals that potluck at around 1 p.m. at 4500 Hillview Road (across from bygone eras at Seniors’ Hall in City Park at 9:45 (7048 Donaldson Drive, Room 302). Questions? Call store in your freezer, to be reheated in a microwave or from Rilkoff’s Store). Please bring a nutritious wholea.m. Visit, have coffee and sing. Contact Joan at 250Frances at 250-442-0638. oven. Community seniors and caregivers and recently foods dish.

442-0924 or Liz at 250-442-5516. Senior’s drop-in fee • Community Learning Place – drop-in – from 2 to 5 discharged patients benefit from these well-balanced • Chess Club meets in the meeting room at the Grand $1. nutritional meals. For information contact Gill Matthews p.m. at the Grand Forks Library. Come for help with Forks Public Library from 2 - 5 p.m. All levels of play• Blessings Boutique from noon to 3:45 p.m. at the reading, writing, basic computer, test preparation, at 250-442-8783 or United Church office at 250-442ers welcome. Instruction is available.

Gospel Chapel. Contact Karen at 250-443-1295. citizenship study. Sponsored by the Columbia Basin 3311.

1st and 3rd Sunday of the Month • Boundary Women’s Resource Centre Drop-in 11:30 to Alliance for Literacy and the Grand Forks Library.

Royal Canadian Legion Branch 59 Ladies Auxiliary • The Grand Forks Trap Club meets at 10 a.m. at the 5:00. We provide referrals, library, information, social • Kettle River Runners: your friendly Grand Forks The Ladies Auxiliary to the Royal Canadian Legion Br. Wildlife Range. For information call 250-442-8424.

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NEWS ❚ FALL FAIR

Fall fair returns to Dick Bartlett Park CASSANDRA CHIN Gazette Reporter

The Grand Forks and District Fall Fair Society has requested and will receive the use of Dick Bartlett Park for this year’s Fall Fair.

During a previous city council meeting, council originally suggested using available space on the USCC grounds.

However, Les Braden, president of the Grand Forks and District Fall Fair, pointed out the area was not going to work because there are too many events that will be happening.

“I told them that we needed the space we had last year,” Braden said. “The mayor virtually said, ‘Well, I don’t see why you couldn’t have that space again this year.’ That would give us more time to work on the other.”

Mayor Brian Taylor pointed out using the USCC grounds was a suggestion and that they were still talking about it.

“There was a number of infrastructure problems down there, water, sewer and power, so the timing is just too tight for them so they opted to choose the same location as last year,” he said. “It’s not the best place for them and I really regret that we haven’t gotten something better for them by now.”

Braden explained that the society has since applied for the same location as last year, Dick Bartlett Park, and is now waiting for approval from city council, which was given.

Taylor brought forward a resolution to have the fall fair at Dick Bartlett Park on September 7, 8, and 9 of this year and it was approved at Monday’s council meeting.

The Fall Fair Society has been looking for a permanent spot for several years.

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NEWS ❚ CHRISTINA LAKE STEWARDSHIP

CLSS discuss 2011 budget, projects at AGM CASSANDRA CHIN Gazette Reporter

The Christina Lake Stewardship Society (CLSS) met for its annual general meeting on March 15 to discuss milestones for 2011, last year’s financials and upcoming initiatives for 2012.

A non-profit charitable organization, CLSS was established in 2001, though the initial committee was formed sometime in 1994.

President of CLSS Peter Bowen wanted to thank their many partners, government and non-government, as well as the many members and volunteers for their time and dedication. “(Last year) was a very challenging year with funding cuts to the environment sector and we’re looking to a very productive year ahead,” he stated.

Barb Stewart, a member of the board spoke of last year’s financials for treasurer Pat Palmer who was absent.

“Through the BC Gaming Community Social Services – Education Grant, we were able to get some money in December,” Stewart noted. “It was fortunate that the government had opened up funding through the community social services, so we were able to get some funding from that because our environment funding had been cut.”

Premier Christy Clark announced in January that the B.C. Gaming Funds towards the environment would be reinstated this year.

CLSS did receive $13,000 from B.C. Gaming for 2011, and $15,000 from the Regional District of Kootenay Boundary (RDKB) Area C. “The ($15,000) is mostly used to cover core operational costs and to leverage additional funding for project specific proposals,” added Stewart. “Core funding is the most difficult to apply for as many funding agencies do not provide these types of funds.”

President Peter Bowen (left) at the Christina Lake Stewardship Society during its annual general meeting. Secretary Susan Harrison and director Marion Beattie listen to the financials from last year.

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Stewart pointed out that there were a lot of projects CLSS had wanted to do in 2011 but were unable to proceed due to lack of core funding. The projects were deferred until 2012.

In total, CLSS spent $42,894.70, for all programs and projects allocated in 2011.

“This doesn’t include all the in-kind donations, which I would like to point out really adds up,” said Stewart.

“This is donated labor from members of the society or other volunteers who go out and do monitoring on the lake. We do put in an in-kind value to try and track people who invest their time.”

From the government, in-kind contributions were $61,425, while in-kind volunteer time was $32,745.

CLSS has a balance forward of $30,928.76 in funds allocated for 2012, due to the gaming funds that were re-

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These funds also include donations. Brenda LaCroix, CLSS co-coordinator and project manager, added despite the funds that we did receive for the upcoming year, there is still a shortfall.

“For our core funding, RDKB Area C provides 25 per cent of our funds and B.C. Gaming 40 percent,” explained LaCroix. “This leaves us with 35 per cent that we are still looking for.”

New initiatives and continuing projects include the Green Boating Program, Septic Inspection Dye Kits, various educational publications, lake water quality monitoring, Young Stewards of the Boundary Program, North Bay Buoy Project, Bear Aware, Fish enumerations, and creek monitoring, as well as participating in the Boundary Habitat Stewards (which will look after the amphibian migration and the black cottonwood riparian restoration planning).

After the meeting, Conservation Officer Arnold DeBoon from Creston presented LaCroix and the CLSS with a plaque for their efforts and support in conducting the Bear Aware Program at Christina Lake in Partnership with the Conservation Officer Service and the Ministry of Forests.

The Board of Directors for 2012 consists of two new Directors (Bob Freeman and Debbie Cumming) and 10 renominated Directors. Bowen remains President of CLSS, Dan Wolkosky as Vice-President, Susan Harrison as Secretary and Pat Palmer as Treasurer.

Barb Stewart, Roland Krueger, Paul Idle, Doug Shannon, Ray Hanson and Dan Romaine also return as Directors.

Marion Beattie, after 14 years on the board, is stepping down from her position as a director to focus more on Christina Lake’s senior housing complex.

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Indeed, almost all approaches to alternative medicine work to get us more in touch with our own bodies. We can learn how to eat better, eliminate toxins, relax, and take care of ourselves. Instead of resorting to sleeping pills in order to get a good night’s sleep, why not try massage therapy or natural plant teas to combat the anxiety at the root of the problem? Usually simple and effective treatments, such alternatives have the advantage of not causing dangerous side effects or drug dependence.

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Gazebo set ablaze at the Lake Christina Lake Firefighters responded to a structure fire on March 15, on the Christina Frontage Road near the Welcome Centre. “There was about $400 worth of damage sustained,� stated Grand Forks RCMP Staff Sgt. Jim Harrison. “One of the panels in the information panels had been set on fire, and the fire department put the fire out prior to it damaging the whole structure.�

According to Harrison, it appears that someone had attempted to start a fire by lighting paper. “It is upsetting to see this type of vandalism at the Lake but the fire was quickly extinguished by the Fire Department,� added Christina Lake Fire Chief Ken Gresley-Jones.

Harrison pointed out there were currently no suspects or witnesses, but if anybody knows anything, to contact the Grand Forks RCMP at 250-442-8288.

Hit and run near Granby Road A male was struck by a motorist March 19 at 8:45 p.m. one kilometre north up Granby Road in Grand Forks.

According to Grand Forks RCMP, the male was walking on the side of the road, was hit by the vehicle, thrown 10 metres and suffered bone fractures – the injuries did not appear to be life threatening.

The male was said to be wearing dark clothing and walking on an unlit part of the road and the possibility exists that the driver did not see the pedestrian.

According to a press release, arrangements have been made for the male to be transferred to the hospital in Trail for further treatment.

RCMP hope that the driver comes forward but are also seeking the assistance of witnesses or anyone with knowledge of the incident.

People can call Grand Forks RCMP at 250-442-8288 or Crime

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Kim McLean

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Garden Guru

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Do you have some tips to get me started with my gardening?

Spring has sprung... the western blue birds are back on our hillside!

I can hardly wait to turn over the old compost pile...

Here are a few things to consider before we launch into full on spring fever.

As Kermit the frog says� being green aint easy “ but the interest in earth friendly gardening pursuits continues to “grow “.

There are always non chemical solutions to use rather than applying harmful pesticides on lawns or gardens where, lets face it our children and pets are particularly susceptible.

Top dressing your lawn this spring with a organic soil mix can eliminate the need to “Weed & Feed� and you can use those lovely green clippings in your compost, also in your garden as a mulch, clippings break down quickly providing a great source of nitrogen for growing plants and helps with water retention in the soil .

Ok that said we can all agree it is the tiny things we do that can add up to a healthier lifestyle and beneÀt our environment.

PS, I admit it I love dandelions (great in a spring mix salad) – happy gardening, Kim & Tom

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I am a renter, and am moving out of my current place. Do I have to shampoo the carpets to get back my damage deposit?

In order to avoid your landlord making a claim against your damage deposit, if the carpets were professionally cleaned on move in and your tenancy agreement states that they must be professionally cleaned on move out then you are required to have them professionally cleaned.

Renting a carpet cleaner and doing them yourself does not constitute professional cleaning. The ROMS BC Residential Tenancy Agreements that I use states the following: Article 23 CARPETS AND WINDOW COVERINGS - The tenant is responsible for periodic cleaning of carpets and window coverings provided by the landlord. While professional cleaning is recommended at all times, if the carpets and window coverings are new or professionally cleaned at the start of the tenancy, the tenant will pay for professional cleaning at the end at the end of the tenancy.

Landlords may contact ROMS BC at 1-888-330-6707 for further information on how to join the organization.

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Tilted tractor trailer On March 13 at 3:58 a.m., RCMP received a notice that a tractor-trailer unit was off the road on Highway 3, approximately 15 kilometers west of Grand Forks.

The 2008 Kenworth tractor-trailer had hit slush on the highway and slid off the road towards the right. “There was extensive damage to the right-hand side of the trailer and the tractor,� stated Harrison. “It was fully-loaded and leaning against the rock wall when RCMP arrived.�

Nobody was injured.

Duct tape mischief Duct tape was stretched across Highway 3 and 68th Avenue by some youth on March 16 at 12:08 a.m.

A passing truck hit the tape and was then hit by eggs thrown by the youth. “We’re still investigating it but obviously some mischief was going on in the early morning hours,� said Harrison.

Vehicle roll-over near Eholt Road There was a report of a vehicle that had rolled over on Highway 3 near Eholt Road on March 17 at 7:53 a.m.

Police attended and found out that the driver had been driving with his cruise control on.

The 48-year-old male driver from Langley hit slippery road conditions, lost control and slid off the road. The 2008 Toyota Tacoma struck a snow bank and rolled over onto its side.

There were no injuries and small damage to the vehicle.

Vehicle reported going over Paulson Bridge Firefighters from Christina Lake and Rossland/Trail responded to a call of a vehicle that went off the Paulson Bridge on March 18.

Upon arriving at the bridge, there was no evidence of any vehicle in the creek. “A search up the road found a very lucky couple had driven their vehicle off the road about half a kilometer away from the bridge,� explained Gresley-Jones. “We were very relieved that the incident was not the way it was called in.�

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This is a thank you to Norma for sharing with me.

sizing. So I very much appreciate her thinking of me when she had to make the hard decision what to keep and not keep. “Your cookbook came with history, memories and love.”

Taped together and an elastic holding a short note that read, “I thought you might be one person who will get a kick out of this cookbook,” and I certainly have.

Last week, I received a cookbook from a customer of mine.

Not just any cookbook but her special cookbook.

I am very proud to have gained this book to add to my collection of cookbooks.

You see Norma and her husband are moving, moving from their home into a smaller residence, with this move a down-

Recipes I had never heard of, ones I thought sounded appealing, ones I know I won’t try, but every page interesting.

I loved the hand-written notes, the helpful hints, the extra recipes taped inside and the stains and smudges.

I haven’t had a chance to try anything yet, it’s too much fun reading through it.

A big thank you to Norma and her husband and to all the other wonderful people who share their recipes and ideas.

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While news of a boil water advisory for part of Christina Lake and Bruce Davidson’s talk on the Walkerton water tragedy was a coincidence, it was fitting as well.

Davidson resides in Walkerton, Ont., the site of the May 2000 water contamination tragedy, and came to discuss the situation and tell his story on March 14 at Grand Forks Secondary School’s auditorium.

The event was sponsored by the Committee for the Enhancement of the Gilpin Grasslands and member Al Grant (from Rock Creek) opened the night talking about local water issues.

Walkerton’s water supply became contaminated with a deadly strain of the E. coli bacteria (O157:H7) and Davidson said there was a great deal of evidence, prior to the tragedy, to indicate that the water was contaminated, sadly however it was not revealed until after the residents had consumed it.

There was a breach 1.83 to 2.44 metres under the surface of Well No. 5, which supplied the contaminated water to residents.

The breach, the well’s close proximity to agricultural land, a rare heavy (100-year) rain fall event and poor management of the water system, including falsified water samples, led to seven deaths and a large number of Walkerton’s population suffering from severe, related ailments, including bloody diarrhea.

The breach allowed runoff with contaminants to enter the water. While the water looked like a snow squall initially, Davidson said that by the time the water reached peoples’ homes, it had settled out and there were nothing to tell the senses that the water was not only unfit to drink but could cause death as well.

An inquiry ensued in the aftermath and Walkerton has taken steps to ensure that the events of May 2000 never happen again, anywhere.

“What I would suggest came out of the Walkerton Inquiry, and it has been universally accepted, is that source protection, which basically means start with clean water and keep it clean, is the most efficient cost wise and the most efficient in any scale you can look at for protecting our drinking water,” said Davidson, adding that measures for treating water if it isn’t maintained in a healthy manner before it gets to a treatment

Walkerton, Ont. resident and activist Bruce Davidson was in Grand Forks last Wednesday to discuss the contaminated water tragedy that occurred in 2000.

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plant is more expensive and there are cases where treatment has failed in that situation.

“You make sure things are happening as they should in that pump house, that the operators are well trained. In Walkerton now, we have the Walkerton Clean Water Centre, which trains water operators from around the province and is becoming internationally renowned, where they will certify, if they can’t come to us we have outrider programs and we go to them.”

Davidson also said there is a recertification process every four years that ensures that people understand what they are doing and understand the equipment.

“Then we look at the distribution system and we make sure that those folks are monitored and regulated so that inspectors that are skilled in the care and management of drinking water will meet with the operators of a plant and make sure that is being done and they’ll also connect with the source protection side and make sure that continuous chain of barriers to make sure out water is safe, is continued,” he said.

Davidson also spoke of the Nutrient Management Act, which deals with the application and storage of manure and handling of various chemicals and fertilizers.

“The idea in a nutshell is we don’t want to apply more manure or nutrients to the land than the land can absorb,” he said.

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(11:50) ›› “Stepmom” (1998) Julia Roberts.

Manny Pirates Phineas Deck Wizards Wingin’ It ANT Farm Jessie ’ Austin Shake It Wizards Shake it Austin Phineas ANT Farm Deck Good Sonny ›› “Starstruck” (1982) ’ Å Jessie ’ Paid Prog. Paid Prog. ›› “Phat Girlz” (2006, Comedy) Mo’Nique.

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Eat Eat Chef Chef Pitchin’ In Pitchin’ In Eat St. ’ Restaurant: Im. Family Family Pitchin’ In Pitchin’ In Diners Diners Chef Hunter ’ Å Eat St. ’ Iron Chef America ’ Eat St. ’ Eat St. ’ Travel Travels Campus Planet Python Hunters Å Descending Å Black Gold Å Black Gold Å Black Gold Å Black Gold Å Black Gold Å Black Gold Å Mantracker ’ Å Pawn Pawn Pawn Pawn Hairy Bike Hairy Bike Brad Meltzer’s Dec. Vietnam in HD Å Battle Castle Å Ancient Aliens Å Canadian Pickers ’ Museum Secrets ’ American Pickers ’ Canadian Pickers ’ (6:00) “Kaw” (2007) Fanboy Todd Fact or Faked Todd Fanboy Merlin (N) Monster Man Å Nikita “Arising” Å Stargate Universe ’ “Kaw” (2007) Sean Patrick Flanery. ’ Å Being Human ’ “Last of the Dogmen” “O Brother-Thou” (8:15) ›››› “The Searchers” (1956, Western) John Wayne. Å ››› “Braveheart” (1995, Historical Drama) Mel Gibson, Sophie Marceau. Å ›› “National Lampoon’s Vacation” Å Paid Prog. Torrens Torrens Paid Prog. Canadian Pickers ’ Friends Friends ’70s Show ’70s Show Frasier Frasier King King Friends Friends Carey Drew 3rd Rock 3rd Rock Canadian Pickers ’ Bubble Mike Cat in the Max, Ruby Dora...

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OBOK voting begins in April Local singer enters contest for Merritt Music Festival

KOOTENAY LIBRARY FEDERATION Submitted

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Everyone’s favourite book club is back.

One Book, One Kootenay (OBOK) is a regionwide book club that celebrates the work of the talented writers living in the Kootenay Boundary.

Once again, readers from across the Kootenay region will read and vote for the book they feel all Kootenay book lovers should read.

Three Kootenay authors share the spotlight for the fourth annual One Book, One Kootenay award.

The 2012 nominees are: Yes Sister, No Sister by Jennifer Craig, The Third Crop: A personal and historical journey into the photo albums and shoeboxes of the Slocan Valley 1800s to early 1940s by Rita Moir, and Boundary Country by Tom Wayman.

Craig’s semi-autobiographical novel – which made the London Times’ bestseller list and has sold in excess of 100,000 copies – is a funny, engaging story of a group of trainee nurses in the 1950s in Leeds, England.

It’s rife with long hours, bodily fluids, goodnatured camaraderie, and Craig’s trademark Yorkshire humour.

Wayman’s Boundary Country is a tour of this neck of the woods and beyond through a collection of stories that explore the Boundary’s human and geographical history to which Wayman brings his gift for insightful observation and wry humour. A multiple award-winner, Wayman has penned more than 20 books of poetry, essays, and fiction.

Moir’s The Third Crop isn’t just about the Slocan Valley, rich though that valley may be. Full of photographs and down-to-earth prose, we can laugh and cry with these country-dwellers and apply their challenges and triumphs to any rural landscape. Moir’s previous works of non-fiction have all been shortlisted or have won awards for non-fiction, including B.C.’s Hubert Evans Award.

Local singer Amanda Thate is currently seeking support through votes to open the big stage for the Merritt Mountain Music Festival on July 19.

“This is another voting situation where it’s 100 per cent fan based and there won’t be any singing in front of judges for this one,” explained her father, Brian Thate. “So it’s basically who gets the most votes.”

Amanda is one of four others currently competing to open for the festival.

Voting can be done online through Facebook, on the Merritt Mountain Music Festival page.

“Her mother and I are very, very proud,” stated her father Brian Thate. “Her mother, Monica, has written all of her original songs, such as ‘I’ll meet you’ and ‘Our Love’, and Amanda has done some cover songs as well.”

Currently studying social work at the University of Fraser Valley in Abbotsford, Amanda returns home every other weekend to work on creating her first creative production video.

Brian noted that his daughter is also working on recording her next album.

What she loves most about performing is when she is approached after the concert and told her songs have touched a person.

Brian credits his daughter’s career taking off after the tour with Roy Clark.

Gazette Reporter

This year’s One Book, One Kootenay short list authors enjoy one another’s nominated books.

L-R: Tom Wayman reads Jennifer Craig’s Yes Sister, No Sister; Rita Moir reads Tom Wayman’s Boundary Country and Jennifer Craig reads Rita Moir’s The Third Crop.

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One Book, One Kootenay’s shortlisted books are chosen by a panel of learned librarians. Now, it’s up to readers; all of the OBOK’s shortlisted books are available in your local library. Readers are invited to discuss the books, either with friends or online.

For more information go to the Kootenay Library Federation website at www.obok.ca, where you can find out more about the authors and their books, look for literary events near you, and engage in online conversations or post comments.

Ballot boxes will be at Kootenay libraries, including the Grand Forks and District Public Library from April 1 to Aug. 10. Winners will be announced Sept. 8, on International Literacy Day. OBOK is a public library supported program initiated by the Kootenay Library Federation.

“I think it was very significant last year when she opened for Roy Clark and the response she had from the audience,” stated Brian.

Amanda agreed that the tour was a start.

“The Roy Clark tour was and will always be a highlight of my life,” she pointed out. “Roy made the effort to sit backstage, just behind the curtain, and watch me perform. It was all so surreal!”

Her favourite part of the tour was being invited onto his tour bus to visit him.

At the time, he had changed from his sparkly stage clothes and was in suspenders and an old hat.

“We talked for a long time,” said Amanda. “He asked me about my life and I asked him about his...he talked to me about the music business etc. But my favourite part was going to hug him goodbye. I leaned in and he kissed me on the cheek and then whispered in my ear, ‘Don’t you ever give up.’”

The support from the Kootenay community has been incredibly supportive, she added.

“Not only my family and friends, but people I have never met, just wanting to support local talent,” she said.

At the moment, Amanda has plans to open for Gord Bamfork in Cranbrook on May 23 and the following night in Trail on May 24.

On July 6, she will be opening for Doc Walker in Kelowna.

The Merritt Mountain Music Festival contest runs until March 30 at 2 p.m, when votes will be closed.

Boundary Pistol Club ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING New Members Welcome 7:00 pm Tuesday, March 27, 2012 Grand Forks Wildlife Hall (7850 2nd St) If you are an existing or potential member, come and meet your friends in the firearms community.

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It was St. Patrick’s Day on Saturday and there were various related events around Grand Forks.

Above: There was a St. Patrick’s Day tea, bake sale and raffle at Sacred Heart Catholic Church.

From left: Ashley Schembri, Sue Anderson, Taleigh Bockmann, Alesha Starchuk and Paz Alguire.

Below: There was also a cookie sale at Grand Forks’ First Baptist Church. From left: Jake Raven, Betty Tatlow, Theresa Raven, Sharon Brown and Ann Wallace.

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Several residents in Grand Forks are currently looking to start a Christian school for children in Grades 1 to 4, and possibly, 5.

They have approached the Seventh-day Adventist Church to see if they would be willing to open a school for their children.

Julia Butler, one of the group organizers, currently home schools her two children.

“I’m a single mom and I really want a Christian school for them to go to so that I can go to work,” she said. “Home schooling is OK, but as they get older I don’t have enough time to invest into it.

“There are several children who also attend the church and after speaking to other parents, they decided to explore the possibility of starting up a school.”

Last Thursday during a public meeting they discussed the details and collected information from the public to see what they would want.

Butler added, “Depending on the interest the idea a Christian school garners, they may consider adding Grade 5 curriculum to the school.

Public response will impact what we offer.”

In Seventh-day Adventist Schools in Canada, teachers must be certified by both the Province of B.C., as well as by the Seventh-day Adventist Church in Canada Office of Education. The school would offer a provincially-compatible curriculum but from a Christian worldview.

This would include study of the sciences from a creationist perspective and the Bible.

Butler hopes that this school can be up and running by this fall.

“Depending on the people who are going to come, we will have to customize it to the students that we will have,” Butler said. “There’s a lot of planning still to be done, which is why we’re interested in having people come out so that they can have a say in planning their children’s school.”

Actual tuition rates are yet to be set, and will be determined, to some extent at least, by the size of the enrolment.

There will be a follow up meeting tomorrow night (March 22) in the Hillview Fellowship Hall of the Seventh-day Adventist Church, 4500 Hillview Road at 7 p.m. to receive further parental input into their expectations for the school.

For more information, call Butler at 250-4428436 or the church at 250-442-5081.

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And the winner is . . .

The Boundary Emergency Transition Housing Society (BETHS) selected Pamela Goerzen’s entry as the winning logo in its contest. Goerzen (left), pictured here with Rick Friesen, acting BETHS chair, was awarded a $100 Grand Forks Recreation gift certificate as a prize. There will be some slight adjustments made but BETHS will adopt Goerzen’s logo as its own.

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FUNDING FOR STUDENTS, NOT FOR WAGE HIKES. The BCTF is demanding a 15 per cent wage hike and other benefits that would cost $2 billion and raise taxes for BC families. Virtually all other public sector unions have settled for no wage increases.

It’s unacceptable that schools are disrupted and that students and their families are inconvenienced over an unreasonable salary demand in difficult economic times. The union is making claims and demands that simply don’t add up.

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The union wants more paid time outside the classroom – sick leave for teachers on call, expanded bereavement and discretionary leave.

The government wants more time for teacher training and to ensure that Pro-D days really are for professional development.

The union says all teaching positions should be selected on the basis of seniority.

The government supports seniority but qualifications must also count so that math teachers teach math, and science teachers teach science.

The union says that teachers who perform poorly in evaluations will be dismissed – ‘one strike and you’re out’.

The government wants to support teacher improvement through a standardized evaluation process.

The union says that government refuses to negotiate.

There has been over a year of negotiations and 78 full bargaining sessions.

The union says that class size limits have been eliminated.

Class size limits will remain in place on all grades across BC.

The union says that BC has 700 fewer special needs teachers.

2100 new teaching assistants have been hired since 2001. And, with a new $165 million Learning Improvement Fund, we will hire more.

It’s time to focus on what matters most in education – BC’s students. That’s why we are focused on per-student funding which is at an all time high, not on wage increases.

We all want to do more to make BC’s education system even better. It’s the driving force behind BC’s Education Plan that teachers, parents and students are helping to shape.

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Wednesday, March 21, 2012 Grand Forks Gazette

SPORTS

Twisted Teeth Saw Shop

Spring is coming

❚ CURLING

Bonspiel winners

Get your yard tools cleaned & sharpened

Here are the winner results of our 2012 combined bonspiel at the Grand Forks Curling Club in February.

We also sharpen • Carbide & Steel saws • Planer knives • Drill bits • Jointer knives • Carbide router bits • Handsaws- retooth, set & sharpen • Knives • Scissors • Paper cutters • Dado blades • Chainsaws “If it has an edge, it can be sharpened”.

Same day service for out of town customers.

George Stooshinoff Certified Sawfiler

Ladies 2012 Combined Bonspiel Event Winners: A Event Top picture (not in order): Teresa Hiram, Norma Lacey, Kim Bartlett and Karen Beck (Grand Forks).

B Event Beverly Skinner, Wendy Archer, Betty Raymond, Rosemarie Fenrich (Summerland).

Phone: 250-442-8359 3845 Victoria Rd., Grand Forks

C Event Kelley Ludwar, Mackenzie Field, Stacey Ludwar and Michelle Field (Grand Forks).

“Spring is on it’s way...

Are you ready?”

Mens 2012 Combined Bonspiel Event Winners:

“We’ll keep your motor purring”

A Event Garry Beaudry, Don Bedard, Marcus Partidge and Gerry Foster (Nelson, Grand Forks and Fruitvale).

DESIGNATED INSPECTION FACILITY

2 certified technicians 2 apprentices & 1 certified welder

B Event Les Lipine, Maurice Plamondon, Allan Plamondon and Tyrale Lepine (Trail).

Call Tom or Chelsey for an appointment

C Event Bottom picture (not in order): Mel Lungle, Vince Bron, Kevin Dokes and Earl Hunt (Grand Forks).

Tomkat Automotive 250-442-2289

6785 - 19th St., Grand Forks tomkat4@telus.net

Weekly Sunday

Entertainers Good Country Music and Great Meals!

Sunday from

3 - 6 p.m. at the

Royal Canadian Legion Branch 59

Dinner at 5:30 pm

Featuring Dave Jackson!

Come out and dance ~ Great music Open to members and guests

March 25th: Cabbage Rolls with trimmings advance tickets are $10.00, available at the bar For further info, please call 250-442-0370 and leave a message

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❚ BASEBALL

Boundary Babe Ruth Baseball preps for 2012 CASSANDRA CHIN Gazette Reporter

Boundary Babe Ruth Baseball is geared up for another season on the diamond.

Registration is now open for interested youth who would like to get involved.

Baseball begins at a T-ball level for those who are six-years-old and younger, before moving to the rookies, which are for seven and eight-year-olds.

The minors are nine and 10-year-olds, while the majors are 11 and 12-yearolds.

“After that we have the junior Babe Ruth division which is 13 to 15 years, and seniors which is 16 to 18-year-olds,” explained President Peter Stoochnoff “Cal Ripken is 12 and under, and Babe Ruth is 13 to 18 years old, but its under the same program.”

T-ball, rookie and Cal Ripken major

and minor teams play within Grand Forks, while Babe Ruth plays against teams around the West Kootenay area, such as Trail and Castlegar.

“We’d certainly like to see more activity going on, because with the Cal Ripken (12 and younger), the rookies and T-ball divisions play amongst ourselves,” he added.

“When we get into the minor and majors, we’re a part of the West Kootenay programs so we travel to Nelson, Trail, Castlegar, where we play interlocking schedules with them.”

According to Stoochnoff, T-ball and rookies are a similar program but the rookies team is a little bit more advanced.

“Then they move up to the minors, majors and then the Babe Ruth division,” he said.

“We’re hoping to have numbers up by the end of the month. We can’t leave it off too long because we have to com-

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mit to our numbers of teams and the schedules that are being made up.”

Jeff Holitzki, who coaches the major team, has noticed a drop in registration in recent years.

“I’ve seen it, but I’m really just a dad with a son,” he pointed out.

“I remember days where there were several little league teams in Grand Forks, but now there’s just one minor and major team. It’s changed.”

Despite the slow start in registration, Stoochnoff hopes to be on the field by the end of the month.

“Practices are based on the weather, so it’s out of our hands,” stated Stoochnoff. “As soon as the parks are available and dry enough to get out on the fields, then we’re out there.”

Holitzki concluded, “Grand Forks has a great history in baseball with the little league tournament.”

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Everyone looked really good out there. It was a fantastic way to end the season.”

Next year our own Phoenix Mountain will host the zone finals, which could see upwards of 150 kids competing.

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Let’s just “tri” it. The Pharmasave Christina Lake Triathlon will be here before you know it.

You ask, why would I put myself through that?

Below is an outline of what a triathlon is, what you need to train for an event and a plan to get you started. Our local event is just for the fun of it.

This is just a personal goal and a good way to commit to your health for 2012.

You and a friend can train together or make it a family affair and partner with your spouse (if you dare).

First, let’s explain what a triathlon is: A triathlon is a sport made up of three stages. It is always in the order of swim, bicycle followed by a run.

The Pharmasave Christina Lake is made up of a 750-metre swim in the lake.

The course is set up so you are swimming parallel to the beach, there is no out and back into the deep water.

The bike ride is a 20-km course, which includes four laps of a five-km loop at the south end of Christina Lake.

The run course takes you on a fivekm scenic route out West Lake Drive and back to the provincial park parking lot.

The Pharmasave Christina Lake Triathlon is a great first-timer event.

Your training plan will include crosstraining, so you should not get bored doing the same workout every day.

The equipment and gear required for this event would be a bathing suit, a good working bike and good running shoes. A wet suit is optional if the weather is cooler. *** You are now set to begin your training. There are many websites where you can research and find a training plan that will work for you.

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Grand Forks ATV Club hosting May fundraiser Mark Saturday, May 12 on your calendar and come to the Grand Forks Wildlife Hall at 7850 2nd Avenue from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

On this day, the Grand Forks ATV Club will be hosting the Off the Unbeaten Trail Fundraising Reverse Draw.

At this reverse draw, the main prize of $1,500 is awarded to the owner of the last ticket drawn. Throughout the draw, more tickets will win other cash prizes or donated items. Please note you do not have to be present to win.

This fundraiser will include events for the whole family to enjoy. In addition to the re-

verse draw there will be a barbecue, vendor displays, games for the kids, and a tailgate market. The barbecue will feature local products – beef or pork on a bun prepared by local chefs and sold with a beverage at a very reasonable cost.

The kids will enjoy an afternoon of organized games while others check out the tailgate market, selling things that move people from place to place.

For more information about the market call Doug Zorn at 250-442-3359.

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The draw will begin at noon sharp on Saturday, May 12, with one hundred tickets drawn every hour until one ticket remains.

So come out and enjoy yourself at the Grand Forks ATV Club’s fundraiser, Off the Unbeaten Trail Reverse Draw, on Saturday, May 12 at the Grand Forks Wildlife Hall.

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NHL Hockey Pool STANDINGS Rank

1 2 4 5 6 7 8 T9 T9 T11 T11 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 T21 T21 T21 24 25 26 27 28 T29 T29 T31

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The Painter 1172 Manager of the Year 1130 Teepa 1101 LenSav 94 1096 Top Dogs 1092 Moth #4 1091 51576 1090 RRRZZ03 1083 Kaylee 1083 Limmik 1076 Mutts Monsters 1076 Jewels 77 1075 Black Mambas 1073 The Grandkids 1071 The Trekkers 1069 JR3 1068 Mama Hockey Fan 1065 Head Shots 1064 Jinglenuts 1063 Pickem Bad 1062 Rocket 22 1062 Golden Girls 1062 Senior Moment #1 1061 Islanders Rule 1059 2 Girls, 1 Puck 1058 Thanksgiving Turkey 1056 Spoilers 1054 Vancouver 1053 She Shoots She Scores 1053 Weezie’s Winners 1050

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The Bears Gran’s All Stars i Rock 88 Rooster’s Raves Flower One Boilers Moth #2 3pucksrus Flyer 74 Flubby McDubbs JR2 Vintage Cooper JD Hot Picks 1 Dunner Myncaster Ice Racetrak Rockers Snowball Leafs The 3-A-Remo’s Han102 Russian Renegades Aquaris Rossio3 Moth #3 Kokanee Kids Just Flying Rally Amigo 07 Davpar The Turkeys Hockeyboy2

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Team

Hoot The Bruinettes Blue Moon BD Kootenay 1 Holden H. Sedin Is King Pidd’s Pros 243637 Winner Boston Champs 2011 The Top Producers Hockey Van Julipers Flo Scores Mrs. Doubtfire Five Hole Senior Moment #2 Trina Az Is Dunbarge Canuckles #2 Clyde’s Pub House League Kenny 77 Moogieman Hockey Mom Hockeyboy Maktak Short-of-Super

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1012 1012 1012 1011 1009 1008 1007 1007 1006 1006 1005 1004 1003 1002 1002 999 999 998 997 994 994 992 990 989 987 985 983 983 983 979

T91 93 T94 T94 96 97 T98 T98 100 101 102 103 104 105 106 107 108 109 110 111 T112 T112 114 115 116 117 118 119 120

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Flyers 73 The Buds Chatter Hawk GoGo Toilers Goin’ For It Danny’s Boys Hanson Moth #1 Candy Sand Baggers Who Knew Krunch Thundercats Mutts Monsters 2 Amigo 08 Lissy The Lynch Team Dozer American Express Kid Claw Dozer2 JRI Gladiskaters Rockets12 Wings Stick Boys Danmak

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979 977 975 975 974 972 971 971 969 968 966 965 963 961 959 956 954 950 948 947 943 943 942 936 934 933 930 916 883

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Christina Lake teen aiming for 2016 Olympics CASSANDRA CHIN Gazette Reporter

Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s one stroke after another for 15-year-old Christina Lake resident James Dergousoff as he prepares for the swimming Canadian Olympic and Paralympic Swimming Trials in Montreal.

A part of Team BC and Team Canada, Dergousoff is currently in Fort Lauderdale, Florida training for 11 days before he flies to Montreal to swim against other competitors around Canada. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m going to train and not have school on my mind before the Olympics trials,â&#x20AC;? stated Dergousoff. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m still too young to go to the Olympics this year but thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s another team thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s going to Arizona and (when the results are in next week) Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll know if I made that team.â&#x20AC;?

Dergousoff is focused on the 200-metre breast stroke, 100-metre breast stroke, 400 IM (individual medley) and 200 IM, but he favours the 200-metre breast. â&#x20AC;&#x153;My best time for short course breast stroke is 2:16 minutes and I want to do 2:16 minutes for long course,â&#x20AC;? he stated.

A short course is a 25-metre pool, where as a long course takes place in a 50-metre pool. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s just a really nice learning experience and making new friends and seeing new people,â&#x20AC;? stated Dergousoff. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I always meet new and faster people and itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s always good to see what they do.â&#x20AC;?

Dergousoff currently holds three provincial records for males in the 13 to 14-year-old category, set last year when he was 14 years old: long course 400 IM, short course 400 IM and short course 200 IM. He also holds over 80 club, meet and regional records in the Kootenay BC Summer Swim Association.

Theresa, his mother, pointed out that to even swim at the Olympic trials, every competitor first needs to meet the qualifying standards.

Dergousoff has qualified four times.

She recalled him insisting on joining the Piranhas Swim Club when he was five years old.

He would attend the 6:30 a.m. winter maintenance practices while still in kindergarten.

At seven, he would swim across Christina Lake with the Piranhas Swim Club. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The kids love it,â&#x20AC;? she stated. â&#x20AC;&#x153;They go from the narrowest part of the lake, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s about a mile, but you wouldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t believe the kids that could do it. It was unreal.â&#x20AC;?

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skis, watching as the children swam across the Lake.

When he was 11 years old, Dergousoff transitioned into the winter swim program, which offered the Olympic events, such as the IM and breast stroke.

He currently trains with the North Shore Chena Swim Team in North Vancouver.

Theresa will be cheering on her son with his grandma in Montreal. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I think getting to the Olympic trials, because we go to swim meets all the time, the environment is going to be electric,â&#x20AC;? she pointed out. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The young athletes are going to be swimming their guts out for the first two spots.â&#x20AC;?

The first two spots will advance to the Olympics.

In the next five years, Dergousoff hopes to be studying in a university in the United States, where he can train. â&#x20AC;&#x153;That would be the best outcome,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;But Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d come back to Canada for training and to compete (for Canada).â&#x20AC;?

The Canadian Olympic and Paralympic Swimming Trials take place from March 27 to April 1 in Montreal.

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The Boundary Snowmobile Club would like to thank all the businesses for their donations made to the Poker Run that that was held up Pass Creek on March 4, 2012.

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“They wore spikes, not boots. They wore caps, not helmets.

They carried bats and gloves, not rifles.” This is how one reporter described the U.S. Military All-Stars just before they were to play the Boston Red Sox. Former Red Sox GM, and previous director of player development for the U.S. Military All-Stars, Dan Duquette, said, “They are the best of the best in the armed forces.”

The organizing committee of the Grand Forks International Baseball Tournament (GFI) is very excited to announce that the only military barnstorming team in the world will be making their Canadian debut at the 2012 GFI tournament.

This team was formed in 1990 and travels throughout the United States each summer, playing 100 games in up to 45 states. They have also played in several countries.

Lt.-Cmdr. of the United States Navy (Ret.) Terry Allvord founded the program 23 years ago and continues to lead this unique team, which is made up of all branches of the military. Their players are selected among thousands of personnel worldwide and represent some of the most talented athletes in the armed forces.

They have been called the Harlem Globetrotters of baseball.

They are not funded by anyone but take time off their schedule and travel on their own dime. They just love the game of baseball and want to go tour.

They may have a catcher that’s part of the marine corps or the pitcher might be from the Navy; the second baseman might be part of the Army and the first baseman part of the National Guard. They also try and get first responders involved.

GFI President Gerry Foster says, “For this team to be in the lineup at the 2012 GFI for their initial appearance in Canada

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is remarkable; having the U.S. Military All-Stars accept our invitation is special and we are appreciative of their willingness to be part of North America’s richest invitational baseball tournament.”

❚ FAST PITCH

Girls Fast Pitch set for new season CASSANDRA CHIN Gazette Reporter

Registration for Boundary Girls Fast Pitch is now open and forms can be picked up at the Grand Forks Recreation office.

Due to lack of numbers the last few years, Boundary Girls’ Fast Pitch only has a junior and senior division with the junior division for girls eight to 12 years old, while the senior division is for 13 to16-year-olds.

“If we could get coaches, we’d be open to younger and older players,” stated President Lee-Anna Klassen. “We’re hoping that the rush (for registration) will come.”

Since the number of girls is down, Christina Lake is the only out-of-town team they have played.

As such, Klassen noted they are also able to select a provincial team which can play against other teams in the province.

“Volunteers for coaches are appreciated, though they’re usually parents,” Klassen stated. “No experience is required, but obviously it helps to have an idea of the game. In the junior division, you can grow with the team, but the seniors

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The U.S. Military All-Stars baseball team will be making its debut in Canada at the 2012 Grand Forks International Baseball Tournament. Pictured here, Catcher Eric Salinas.

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need a bit more strategy. But there are always parents who are willing to help out.”

There are several differences between baseball and fast pitch (also known as softball), such as the way the ball is thrown.

In baseball, a small ball is used and thrown overhand, where as in fast pitch, a larger ball is used and thrown underhand.

Pitching distances are also different, as are lead offs.

“In baseball you can lead off, but in softball you have to wait until the ball leaves the pitcher’s hand,” stated Klassen.

Klassen encourages young girls to join the team.

“It’s lots of fun and builds self-esteem, teamwork, co-operation with others and I think it can foster a lot of life skills that girls need,” she concluded. “Come on out and have fun.”

An earlybird discount is available until March 25.

With the warmer weather approaching, Klassen hopes to start practices right after Easter.

To register or volunteer as a coach, contact Klassen at 250442-5502.

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OBITUARIES

Notice of Passing ~ In Memoriam

ANGLICAN CHURCH OF CANADA

❚ HEALTH

Heart patients create videos to help others BC, I want to congratulate the staff and patients of Interior Health on Submitted the completion of this valuable eTwo e-learning videos are now learning tool,” said Pam Aikman, asavailable to help people who have sistant provincial executive director experienced a heart attack or are liv- of Cardiac Services BC. “A patient’s ing with heart failure to understand ability to self manage their own cardiac health is very important to and manage their health.

This innovative project, a col- achieving better health outcomes, laboration involving Interior Health and we’re delighted to support Inpatients and staff, was made pos- terior Health in this endeavour.”

The seven-member Interior sible through an innovation grant provided by Cardiac Services BC, Health team responsible for creatan agency of the Provincial Health ing these videos included four former heart paServices Authority. tients.

“This project was Patients driven by the recogniidentified the tion that patients disissues they charged from hospital wanted to learn did not always access about, providconventional supports feedback on available to help them Having a medical ed the script and learn to manage their trauma is hard the visuals and condition,” said Marie narrated Hawkins, Network Dito get through... also parts of the rector of Cardiac Servideo. vices. “We needed to “I rememfind an alternate way ber thinking to provide support that was both client friendly and easily if these videos had been available accessible. These interactive videos when I had my heart attack they would have helped to relieve so help fill that gap.”

Anyone with an Internet con- much of my anxiety,” said Barb, fornection can access the videos. Pa- mer patient and member of the projtients can start the video modules in ect team. “Having a medical trauma hospital and continue at home after is hard to get through but knowing there are tools to help can make it they are discharged.

They can also select the topics easier. I hope other heart patients they wish to learn about and take get as much out of watching these videos quizzes to test their knowledge.

The “Living Well with Heart as I did REMATION Failure” video provides valuable m a k i n g RNS information for patients about heart them.”

The failure as well as tips to manage the LACK RANITE videos are condition.

The video “Surviving after a h o s t e d EADSTONES Heart Attack” explains what to ex- on BC’s Your last dedication pect after a heart attack, outlines H e a r t steps to deal with future chest pains F a i l u r e to your loved one... and offers tips for a healthier heart Network Classic Design website lifestyle.

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It’s hard to know where to start. We were deeply touched by the abundance of heartfelt support we received from family, friends, neighbours & folks who travelled from afar. The cards, phone calls & visits are comforting. The service was consoling, thanks to Simon Shenstone. The eulogy, by nephew Alan Sherbinin, was cheerful, remembering stories of Uncle Gus. The tribute by grandson Tyler Liebel was heartfelt. Once again Linda Demchuk & Merry English organized a lovely tea, baked & served by the wonderful group of local ladies who can always be relied on. The baking that was delivered to the house was delicious & most appreciated. We are grateful for the support of Willy Kakuno. And last but not least thank you to Dr. Ooi who made numerous visits to our house to tend to Gus. To each & every one of you we are truly thankful. Also a big thank you to Nunes -Pottinger Funeral Service for their outstanding service and comfort.

Daphne, Cindy, Susan & their families

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Notice of Passing WAYNE FRANCIS (CHOKER) MORRIS March 21, 1944 to March 11, 2012 It is with ginormous tears that we regretfully announce the passing of a tiny feisty man with a larger than life personality. Wayne Francis Morris was born to Rachael and Louis at North Battleford, Saskatchewan. He was the second youngest sibling in a huge family of 13. The first few years of his life were spent in Payton, Saskatchewan, followed by a short time in the States.

In 1955 he moved to Prince George, B.C., where his dissident attitude toward education sparred the rebel in him with his passion being cars and speed.

He built a home, “the house on the hill” in the Randall subdivision, and tried to support his young family by working for “the Pas” lumber as a chokerman, where he rightfully gained the nickname (CHOKER). His small frame and agility made him a great candidate for this incredibly dangerous and physically demanding job. Eventually Choker settled down in the “little city” of Greenwood, where he made many great lifetime friends.

Choker will be forever engrained in the hearts of all who knew and loved him, including his friend and partner, Penny; daughters, Evelyn (Don) and Jessie (Justin); and son, Clint Wilson. He is also survived by brothers, Elwood (Vera) and Albert (Joey); and sisters: Mae (Al) Hart, Pearl Hiebert, Evelyn Suey, and Gail (Mike) Pitt.

A celebration of his life was held at the Royal Canadian Legion Br 155, 123 Copper St, Greenwood, B.C., on Friday, March 16, 2012. Interment followed at Greenwood Cemetery.

A sunbeam to warm you, A moonbeam to charm you, A sheltering angel, so nothing can harm you.

Notice of Passing DOREEN GRACE SMALLACOMBE Doreen Grace Smallacombe, aged 85 of Grand Forks, passed away peacefully on Thursday, March 1, 2012, at Boundary Hospital.

Doreen was born on October 8, 1926, at Kerrobert, Saskatchewan, the daughter of John Arthur and Grace Danielson. She grew up and went to school at Luceland, Saskatchewan, graduating high school in 1945. After high school she attended Duffus Business College.

On March 15, 1952, she was united in marriage to Franklin Edgar Smallacombe. They farmed in Saskatchewan for close to 20 years until her husband’s passing in 1972. Doreen then moved to Coquitlam, B.C., and worked for B.C. Hydro for many years, retiring in 1986. She moved to Grand Forks in 1992 to be closer to her family.

Doreen enjoyed watching curling, hockey and Canadian football. She was a member of the First Baptist Church and volunteered at the Hospital Auxiliary Thrift Store. She also enjoyed spending time with her friends and family. Social events and many lunch dates and road trips with her friends were a highlight to her. Spending quality time with her family was another. Doreen will be dearly missed by all who knew her.

Doreen was predeceased by her husband, Franklin Smallacombe; her parents, John Arthur and Grace Danielson; three brothers: Keith, Ted and Edwin Danielson; and her sister, Elaine Hauser. Doreen is survived by her brother-in-law, Fred Hauser of Grand Forks; her nieces, Pat Hauser of Grand Forks and Dawn (Ted) Gerriets of Cochrane, Alberta; a nephew, Keith (Cory) Danielson of Vernon, B.C.; and many great and great great nieces and nephews.

Doreen requested no service, and cremation has taken place. Interment will take place at a later date at Salvador, Saskatchewan, when she will be placed by her late husband, Frank.

A special thank you to the doctors and nurses at Boundary Hospital, Pastor John, Jan Armstrong, Grand Forks Funeral Home and her many great friends for their visits and well wishes.

Rev. Simon Shenstone 250-442-5808 Holy Trinity Church, 7252 - 7th St., Grand Forks • Services every Sunday at 10:30 a.m.

B.A.S. Eucharist St. Jude’s, Greenwood • Services 4:00 p.m. on 1st, 3rd & 5th Sundays of the month St. Mary’s, Kettle Valley • Services 10:30 a.m. on the 2nd & 4th Sundays of the month

BOUNDARY COMMUNITY CHURCH Pastor: Mark Danyluk 629-8th Ave, Box 129, Midway, BC V0H 1M0 • 250-449-2644 Sunday Service ............................................................................10:00 a.m.

Children’s Church .........................................................................10:30 a.m.

For info on Discovering Jesus Groups & Home Groups call the church ofÀce.

BOUNDARY SABBATH FELLOWSHIP Join us for an ongoing in-depth study of Daniel and Revelation.

Saturday .......................................................................................10:00 a.m.

272-C Market Ave., Grand Forks, B.C. • Call for info: 250-442-8656

CHRIST LUTHERAN CHURCH Pastor Ken Schauer 509-690-0332 • 7328-19th St. (Across from Arena) Box 1689, Grand Forks, B.C. V0H 1H0 • 447-2562 • 442-0741 Sunday Morning Worship ............................................................. 8:52 a.m.

Bible Study, Thursday ....................................................................1:00 p.m.

CHRISTIAN CENTRE 7525 4th St. (behind Overwaitea) • OfÀce 250-442-5815 Senior Pastors: Larry and Elsie Dannhauer Associate Pastors: Richard and Ramona Dannhauer SUNDAY: Church Service .............................................................................10:30 a.m.

Prayer ......................................................................................... 10:00 a.m.

Prayertime Wednesdays ..............................................................10:00 a.m.

EVANGEL CHAPEL 401 N. Kimberley, Greenwood, B.C. Pastor Paul Brandon • 250-445-2111 Sunday Service ............................................................................10:00 a.m.

FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH 2495 - 76th Ave., Grand Forks, B.C. • Pastor John Siemens 250-442-0057 OfÀce: 250-443-9200 • Web: fbcgf.ca Prayer Line: 250-442-8016 (Theresa) 250-442-3953 (Olga) • 250-442-2803 (Rachel) Sunday Worship ...........................................................................10:30 a.m.

Children’s Church .........................................................................11:15 a.m.

Prayer and Praise ...........................................................................6:00 p.m.

Youth Group - Friday ......................................................................7:00 p.m.

For the Weekly Bible Studies and for Home Group times please call the ofÀce

GOSPEL CHAPEL 7048 Donaldson Drive, Box 2528, Grand Forks, B.C. 250-442-5148 ; Senior Pastor Henry P. Klassen; Karren Donald, Community Care Coordinator; Benjamin Jepsen, Associate Youth Pastor Worship Service ...........................................................................10:30 a.m.

Youth Activities - Friday ................................................................ 7:00 p.m.

SEPT. TO MAY Pioneer Clubs - (girls Gr 1-7) Tuesday ......................................... 3:30 p.m.

Brigade - Battalion (boys Gr. 7-12) Wednesday ........................... 7:00 p.m.

Brigade - Stockade & Tree Climbers (boys Gr. 1-6) - Thursday ............................................................. 7:00 p.m.

Weekly HOME groups, various times and days; also, weekly bible studies for seniors, young marrieds, and college and careers - call the church ofÀce for details.

GRAND FORKS BAPTIST CHURCH Independent/Fundamental/Conservative/KJV Pastor Brett Swope • 250-443-1557 • 275 Market Ave. Sundays: Adult Sunday School ................................................................10:00 a.m.

Main Service .............................................................................11:00 a.m.

Bible studies available upon request

HüMüH MONASTERY Buddhist Meditation & Empowerment Centre Sundays: Meditation and Spiritual Teaching with Master Maticintin ...................................................................11:00 a.m.

For directions call 1-800-336-6015 • Westbridge, B.C.

KING OF KINGS NEW TESTAMENT CHURCH AND ACADEMY 735 9th Ave., Midway, BC • Rick Steingard • 250-449-2252 Sunday Service ............................................................................10:00 a.m.

RIVER VALLEY COMMUNITY CHURCH 2826 - 75th Ave. (near Hutton School) Senior Pastor Gabe Warriner • OfÀce 250-442-8456 Sunday Service (Sunday School during service) .........................10:30 a.m.

Mid-Week Service, Wednesday Pre-service prayer ......................................................................6:30 p.m.

Service........................................................................................7:00 p.m.

Youth Meeting, Friday .................................................................. 7:00 p.m.

AfÀliated with Pentecostal Assemblies of Canada

SACRED HEART ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH Fr. Marcel Cote • Box 128, 346 Church St., Greenwood, B.C. VOH 1JO Mass - Saturdays.......................................................................... 5:00 p.m.

SACRED HEART ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH Rev. Marcel Cote ; Box 459, 7269 - 9th St., Grand Forks, B.C. VOH 1HO 250-442-3114 SUNDAY MASS (Grand Forks) ................................................... 9:30 a.m.

Tuesday - Friday........................................................................... 9:00 a.m.

Saturday ....................................................................................... 7:30 p.m.

Christina Lake Community Hall: Mass.........................................11:30 a.m.

GRAND FORKS SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST 4500 Hillview Road, Box 1524, Grand Forks • 250-442-5081 or 250-442-3221 SATURDAY SERVICES: Sabbath School (Bible classes for all ages) ................................. 9:15 a.m.

Hour of Worship............................................................................11:00 a.m.

UNITED CHURCH OF CANAtDA Boundary Pastoral Charge - Rev. Kim Horwood OfÀce: Hours - Mon. 8 - 11 am, Thurs. & Fri. 8 - 3 pm • Phone: 250-442-3311 email: stjohn@telus.net Sunday Services St. John’s - Grand Forks...............................................................11:00 a.m.

St. Columba - Greenwood ............................................................. 9:00 a.m.

Perley Memorial, Christina Lake.................................................... 9:00 a.m.

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Coming Events Friendly reminder: Thrift Shop drop times are Tues-Sat, from 9am-4pm. Please be considerate. Do not drop off items when we are closed. Also, please no unusable items: no furniture, electronics or parts. Thank you.

Public Notice: A.A. meetings, Grand Forks Valley Group of Alcoholics Anonymous. MONDAY 8pm. (Closed Study) at Catholic Church Rectory. 7269 9th St.; WEDNESDAY (Men’s Closed) 8pm at Anglican Church rear basement, 7252 - 7th St; THURSDAY and SATURDAY (Open) 8pm also at Anglican Church. Ph: 250-442-3839 or 250-4428797.

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250-443-2162 Boundary Healing Rooms Wed., 1-3pm, River Valley Com. Church. 250-442-5624.

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We have purchased farm at 1455 Boltz Rd, Greenwood.

Could your please call Loretta at 780-596-2133.

Lost & Found Lost: silver clip off a Pandora bracelet on Mar 14, downtown Grand Forks. Phone 250-4476359.

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Top of the line equipment: John Deere, Honda, Husqvarna & Stihl all included as well as 2001 Ford 1 ton ext cab pick up & tandem axle trailer for hauling. Inquire @ 250-443-4821, ask for Barry.

HOME BASED BUSINESSWe need serious and motivated people for expanding health & wellness industry.

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Career Opportunities Required Immediately. Journeyman Heavy Equipment Technician for Vernon Dealership. Our Heavy Equipment Technicians maintain, repair and rebuild heavy equipment at our shop and in the field in a safe, efficient and capable manner.

Qualifications required: Journeyman certification. Have a strong awareness and attitude towards workplace health and safety. Able to meet the physical demands of a Heavy Equipment Technician. Working knowledge of computers.

Experience in the Forestry and construction Industry.

Woodland Equipment Inc offers excellent wage compensation, extended health benefits. On-going industry training and year round employment.

We are one of the largest Hyundai dealers in Canada and believe our continued growth is a result of our highly skilled and engaged employees who deliver excellence in the Workplace. Come join our team in sunny and warm Vernon, where you will be appreciated, love our climate and enjoy all our outdoor activities.

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Help Wanted Licensed Autobody Repair person required for busy autobody repair shop. Windshield replacement & heavy truck experience an asset but not necessary. $25-$29./hr flat rate depending on experience.

Fax resume to 250-265-4022 or e-mail to kimkus@telus.net or call Kim’s Kustoms Nakusp B.C. 250-265-4012.

Museum Coordinator. Please see detailed job description at www.boundarymuseum.com.

An earthmoving company based in Edson Alberta requires a full time Heavy Duty Mechanic for field and shop work. We require Cat Dozer/Deere excavator experience. You will work a set schedule for days on and off.

Call Lloyd @ 780-723-5051

PROTECTING EMPLOYEES FOR THE FUTURE. Sutco is pleased to offer our drivers a PENSION PLAN, satellite dispatch, electronic logs, 1st rate equipment, direct deposit and extended benefits. Current open positions in our Chip Division. Okanagan, Chilliwack and the West Kootenays. Also new trucks delivering in our highway division. We require 2 yrs exp. acceptable abstract, positive attitude. Apply online www.sutco.ca or call recruiting 1-888-357-2612 Ext; 233

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AIRLINES ARE HIRINGTrain for high paying Aviation Maintenance Career. FAA approved program. Financial aid if qualified- Housing available.

CALL Aviation Institute of Maintenance 1(877)818-0783.

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Grand Forks Gazette Wednesday, March 21, 2012

Employment

HHDI RECRUITING Baker Hughes Alberta based oilfield services company is currently hiring;

DRIVER EQUIPMENT OPERATORS & SERVICE SUPERVISORS Class 1 or 3 License required.

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HD MECHANICS 3rd or 4th apprentice or Journeyman Heavy Duty Mechanics with their Red Seal and CVIP 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

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Help Wanted is hiring on behalf of Baker Hughes

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Medical/Dental Dental Assistant required Reply to Dr. Harvey Thompson, #22-665 Front St., Quesnel, BC V2J5J5. 250-992-3771

Trades, Technical WELDERS/FITTERS required for busy Edmonton structural steel shop. Top compensation, full benefits, indoor heated work, relocation assistance.

Fax resume: 780-939-2181 or careers@garweld.com.

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DL Baker Construction Canada is looking for Laborers and Foremen in Kitimat. BC, Canada. Red Seal Preferred. Laborers will possess competency in assisting on the installation of all types of formwork, performing general labor work and placing concrete. Have the ability to correctly rig and hoist material, ability to signal, rig and work safely with cranes. Project Terms is Project Based Wages are in accordance with Project Labour Agreement between Kitimat Modernization Employer Association and Coalition of British Columbia Building Trades for the Kitimat Modernization Project Please forward resumes to patton@bakerconcrete.com

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Beautiful Timothy mixed with 10% Alfalfa. No Hoary Alyssum. $4.50 bale if you take more than 10 bales. Call 250442-3113.

GARAGE Sale Sat March 24th from 9 am to 2 pm at 2285 Selkirk Place. Moving sale-lots of assorted items such as housewares, tools, garden tools, patio set, exercise balls, 2 man inflatable boat, office items and much more too numerous to mention.

INSPECTIONS (WETT) and solid fuel appliances at Snowball Ventures. 250-442-2943.

DL Baker Construction Canada is looking for Journeymen Carpenters and Foremen in Kitimat. BC, Canada. Red Seal Preferred. Carpenters must have experience with installation of footing forms, slab on grade forms, build and install wall, column and elevated horizontal forms.

Ability to layout work, off supplied control lines. And the ability to correctly rig and hoist material, ability to signal, rig and work safely with cranes. Project Terms is Project Based Wages are in accordance with Project Labour Agreement between Kitimat Modernization Employer Association and Coalition of British Columbia Building Trades for the Kitimat Modernization Project Please forward resumes to patton@bakerconcrete.com

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We buy gold! Rings, chains, bracelets, etc. Cash paid by value (weight and karat). Even broken jewelry and scrap gold.

Picture ID required. Grand Forks Pawnshop, 225 Central.

250-442-5552.

Local Coin Collector Looking to Buy Collections, Mint & Proof Sets, Accumulations, Olympic, Gold, Silver Coins etc. Any amount.

Please call 250-499-0251 Will buy old mineral collections, especially specimens from old BC mines. 250-4479209.

Will buy scrap copper, aluminum, brass, what have you.

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Work Wanted SOUTH ROCK has positions for road construction workers, BASE - heavy equipment operators (Finish Grader Op).

Asphalt - (paver, roller, screed, raker). Heavy Duty Mechanic (service truck). General labourers. Forward resume to: careers@southrock.ca.

Fax 403-568-1327; www.southrock.ca.

Volunteers needed for the 2012 Grand Forks and District Fall Fair. September 7,8 & 9.

Vendors welcome!

Please contact Les Braden at 250443-3052, or e-mail bradens@telus.net.

We are looking for someone for landlord duties. To include showing rental properties to potential renters. Very parttime, experience not necessary.

E: danielcharron@telus.net

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Carpenters & Construction laborers wanted, apply in person to Harry or Jack at 2350 72nd Ave. Grand Forks, beside Recplex.

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Kitchen Cabinets Castlegar Kitchens have the kitchen of your dreams without leaving your home. We come to you. 250-608-0849.

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Mobile & RV Park U-Haul/moving supplies Winter Hours: Tues-Fri : 9 am - 5 pm Sat : 10 am - 4 pm Telephone 250-442-2995 or U-Haul 250-442-8778

Grand Forks: Fri+Sat mar 23+24, 8000 Pineview Cresc, 9am-2pm. Moving.

Pet Services

Grand Forks: Sat, March 24, 8:30-2:30, 6820 1st St. Moving, lots of stuff.

Happy Feet Dog Walking Services. $10/hr afternoons, evenings, weekends.

Call Charmaine, 250-442-5686.

Heavy Duty Machinery

Pets Looking for small animals and their cages as well as fish & supplies. 250-442-7067.

Merchandise for Sale

Appliances Fridge, good condition. $150.

250-442-0474.

Whirlpool stove $125; Kitchenaide Fridge $100; like new western saddle $400. 250442-6560.

A- STEEL SHIPPING STORAGE CONTAINERS / Bridges / Equipment Wheel loaders JD 644E & 544A / 63’ & 90’ Stiff boom 5th wheel crane trucks/Excavators EX200-5 & 892D-LC / Small forklifts / F350 C/C “Cabs”20’40’45’53’ New/ Used/ Damaged /Containers Semi Trailers for Hiway & StorageCall 24 Hrs 1-866-528-7108 Delivery BC and AB www.rtccontainer.com

Hobbies & Crafts Clean unprinted paper!

- craft or art projects - bird cages - personalized wrapping paper - wrapping parcels - table coverings games - colouring mats Paper roll ends available at the Gazette.

Assorted sizes & prices.

Phone 250-442-2191, or drop by our office at 7255 Riverside Dr.

Building Supplies WANTED Old Barn Board any size, shape, and kind of wood, preferably FREE. Please call 250-442-6611.

$100 & Under

Farm Equipment John Deere Tractor model “40”. 3 PT hitch & PTO. Runs well, looks great. $3,200. 250442-0957.

Pet Services

Pet Services

DUSTIN’S FIREWOOD: Top quality dry larch. $200 cord, split, delivered. 250-442-8571.

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Houses For Sale

Pet Services

Firewood/Fuel

Never used single bunk bed mattress. 250-442-8044.

Apt/Condos for Sale 2 story 3bdrm, 1.5 bath, immaculate townhouse, w/finished basement. A steal at $140,000, but open to offers. #18 1410 78th St. Close to high school. 250-442-0610.

Grand Forks: 3 bdrm condo, #1-6690 21st St, recent upgrades to bathroom & kitchen, new paint, asking $135,000.

250-443-1403.

1-800-222-TIPS

Misc. for Sale

Free Items

Feed & Hay

Small deep freezer chest; computer desk; serger table; love seat; double sofa hide-abed, like new; large cupboard w/adjustable shelves; sewing machine stand; microwave.

250-442-5306.

STEEL BUILDINGS For all uses! Spring deals! Make an offer on sell-off models at factory and save thousands now!

Call for free Brochure - 1-800668-5111 ext. 170.

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Wood pellets and the units that heat with them at Snowball Ventures. 250-442-2943.

Free to a Good home. Six month old Poodle/Boston Terrier cross. Very loving and energetic. Loves kids and other dogs. Phone Donna for more info 250-443-0011.

Furniture

www.NorwoodSawmills.com/400OT

Musical Instruments Piano - Mason & Risch, with stool & accessories, exc cond, modern style . 250-442-8044.

Piano tuning and repair. Call Mike, 250-442-3366.

Grand Forks: 1972 12x68 ft Leader mobile home, 3 bdrm, F/S, W/D, A/C, truss & steel roof built over existing roof, 1/2 new windows. Some blocking & pads included. Good starter home, well looked after, ready to go! $5,500 obo. 250-4428750. Please ask for AnnaLise or Ed.

Moffat clothes dryer, good working condition. $100. 250442-3979.

Pets & Livestock $5 bale. Weed free, stored. 250-442-0275

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HAY For Sale. Timothy/Alfalfa Mix. No Hoary Alyssum. $5.00 per bale. Delivery Available.

Call 250-443-3191.

Quality Hay Alfalfa or Alfalfa/Grass. Irrigated, weed free, by the bale or ton. Deane Farms, Grand Forks. B.C. 250-442-3400.

8ft. slate pool table, 2 sets balls and cues, $500. 250442-0275.

CAN’T GET Up Your Stairs?

Acorn Stairlifts can help. Call Acorn Stairlifts now! Mention this ad and get 10% off your new Stairlift! Call 1-866-9815991.

Golden Wheel industrial sewing machine. $250. 250-4420275.

HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available.

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MH Pony, front end loader $900 obo; country table, 6 chairs, green & oak, 2 leaves $200; coffee table, 2 end tables, green & oak $75; oak coffee table 2 end tables $75; 250-442-8103.

SAWMILLS FROM only $3997 - make money & save money with your own bandmill - Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. Free Info and DVD: 1-800-566-6899 Ext:400OT.

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Apt/Condo for Rent

Grand Forks: REDUCED! Peace of mind in a country setting & only mins to town & affordably priced. This updated 2 bdrm Manchester mobile is a very comfortable starter or retiree option. Fully fenced, landscaped .5 acre & outbuildings are ready for the yard or gardening enthusiast! Why rent? $145,000 obo. 250-4428185.

Grand Forks: 1-bdrm, $530/mo, 3-bdrm $750/mo.

Both w/utilities & sat TV, N/P, N/S. Senior or mature person only. Avail April 1. 250-4420687.

Mobile Homes & Pads

Mobile Homes & Parks 2007 mobile home in desirable Triangle Garden adult park. #41, 7225 Boundary Drive.

MLS K203163. $135,000. 250-442-8559.

Other Areas NAPLES FLORIDA Area!

Bank Acquired Condos Only $169,900. Same unit sold for $428,895. Own your brand new condo for pennies on the dollar in warm, sunny SW Florida! Walk to over 20 restaurants/100 shops! Must see.

Ask about travel incentives.

Call 1-866-959-2825, ext 15. www.coconutpointcondos.com

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Newly Renovated 5 bdrms, 2 baths, everything brand new. $259,000. 250-442-8760.

Commercial/ Industrial 1000 sq ft. Commercial office space for rent next to the Gazette on Riverside Dr. Avail.

Sept. 15/11. 780-723-2297.

Prime downtown Grand Forks locations - 3rd St Plaza, 3,080 sq ft and 1,167 sq ft; Very reasonable rents. Call 250-666-0088.

Grand Forks: approx 1,000 sq ft open area plus 200 sq ft office area with 22’ x 22’ attached workshop. Lots of parking, great location, good signage on main road. $800 month plus utilities.

Call Jim @ 250-442-9780 james.rankin70@yahoo.com

Misc for Rent

Rentals

Abbeyfield senior’s home has a vacancy. Meals, utilities & cable all inclusive, $1,300.

Contact Ron, 250-442-5550.

Grand Forks: 1 bdrm plus den apt downtown, $700 month, 2 bdrm mobile, private setting, $600 month; 2 bdrm apt, balcony, $750 month; 2 bdrm home with large office/den space, 1.5 baths. Very close to downtown, $850 month; 3 bdrm home, 5 apps, fenced yard, $850 month.

N/S, N/P, References.

Ken: 250-442-2632.

Grand Forks: Mobile home pad on the river, $300 a month pad rent. Call 442-2995.

Grand Forks: older clean motor home on 5 acres, w/power. $450 month. 250-442-0122, 250-493-1807.

Homes for Rent Grand Forks: 4 bdrm, full basement, 1.5 bath, 1/2 acre lot close to town, quiet street.

Avail Apr 1. 250-442-3959.

Grand Forks. New. $1,100/m.

Opt rent to own. 0% interest, 15% down. 250-497-6989.

Houses For Sale

Mobile Homes & Pads Grand Forks: 2 bdrm trailer, “in the bush”. $500 month including utilities.

250-4429849.

Homes for Rent

Homes for Rent

Want to Rent

TWO bed room house in Grand Forks, large fenced yard, great for kids, $750 per month plus util. All appliances included, n/s, pet negotiable.

Available April 15. phone 778476-2782 or 250-809-1950

Grand Forks: Wanted!

House to rent. Professional working parent looking for 2-3 bdrm in town, close to town.

Clean, responsible tenant.

Need fully fenced yard. Elizabeth, 250-442-6611, 250-5849100 or 9-5 at 250-442-2191.

Immaculate new property quiet and cozy. Large 2 bed room apartment, main level of home on 16th Ave in Grand Forks ,all utilities and air conditioning included $750 per month available April 1st Call Dan 250-231-8667 Responsible family or persons to rent a 3 bdrm, 1 1/2 bath, full basement. Close to school, very lg back yard all fenced.

Avail May 1, N/S N/P, Ref req. $1,150. + utilities. 250-4425160.

RIVERFRONT! 6.3 Acres with great sandy beach and river frontage. Home and large barn are high and have a wonderful southern view to the river and Galena Mountain. The 5 acre lower pasture is in the flood plain. Private 2 bedroom home that needs some tlc.

Mls# K211128

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MLS# K210749

Houses For Sale

Houses For Sale

5 BEDROOM, 2 BATH HOME

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5 bdrm, 2 bath home in quiet area of west Grand Forks. Over 2700 complete sq ft. Lots of updates include new baths and kitchen. Separate basement entry. New 12x24 ft covered deck. 4.65 acres on cul-de-sac. Garage and shop, fencing. A rural acreage with tons of potential and at a great price.

259,000

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CALL DELPHINE AT 250-442-2191 EXT. 205 TO ADVERTISE IN MARKETPLACE

Konrad

Mechanical Inc.

PLUMBING - IN-SLAB HEATING - STEAMFITTING

MR. & Mrs. FIX IT

Classic Design Studio

Clocks, Golf Items Granite headstones Corporate Awards Cremation urns

INTERIOR & EXTERIOR RENOVATIONS & REPAIRS

Phone Dana ~ 250-442-2445 email: classicdesignstudio@telus.net

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Grand Forks: 3 bdrm at the Sands on the river. W/D. N/S only. $650 month. References required. 250-442-3766.

Call us today for your free market evaluation

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Auto Financing DreamCatcher Auto Loans “0” Down, Bankruptcy OK Cash Back ! 15 min Approvals

QUIET CUL DE-SAC In central grand forks, this 4 bedroom 3 bath rancher c/w a fully finished basement and large 2 car garage. Walk to shopping, schools, and recreation from this convenient central location. Very well kept low maintenance home.

• Chinese Acupuncture & Herbs • Reflexology & more

Free auto removal Free metal drop off & pickup

Transportation

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Houses For Sale

Traditional Chinese Medicine for Prevention and Treatment of Diseases

Big Y Auto Recycling

Grand Forks, one bdrm downtown, newly updated, $650. 250-497-7808.

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Suites, Lower

Pete Vanjoff 442-7415 • Scott Vanjoff 442-7700

Grand Forks: 33 ft penthouse 5th wheel set up on the river, asking $13,000. Pad rent $300 a month. Will consider rent to own. Call 442-2995 after 5pm.

Call Delphine at 250-442-2191 Ext. 205 to advertise in the Marketplace

Rentals

Grand Forks: Newly renovated 2 bdrm mobile w/ addition and woodstove, 2 car garage, 24 km north of town. 250-4420930.

MARKETPLACE Laser engraving Plaques, pins, awards Jewel boxes, Wood boxes Etched wine glasses

Rentals

Features of the Week

Grand Forks: NEW OWNERSHIP. 3 commercial spaces, in town (Black Knight building) & 1 on hwy. Available now. 250442-2599 / 250-443-1599.

Apt/Condo for Rent Grand Forks Realty Ltd.

Grand Forks. New 2 storey $275,000. With opt. rent to own, 0% interest, 15% down.

250-497-6989 or 250-4977808.

Grand Forks: Newer 2 bdrm apt in 6-plex, ground level, avail. April 1. 250-838-9757.

Rentals

Mars Magic Touch New Day Spa

Now offering overnight accommodations

• Micro Current Facelift • Holistic Massage • Ionize Foot Detox • Infrared Sauna • Hot Stone Therapy • Hot Lava Shell Massage • Spa Treatments • Intense Pulsed Light COME OUT TO WALK THE TREE MAZE

Window Coverings • Blinds • Custom Bedding • Custom Drapery • Drapery Hardware • Interior Design Consultation • Colour Consultation

Call Marlene

Laurine Vaugeois Grand Forks, BC Phone 250-442-0826 Interior Design Consultant Cell: 250-442-7355 Fax: 250-442-0883

250-442-2930 or (cell) 250-442-6553 460 Starchuk Road

CARPENTRY, DRYWALL, PLUMBING, PAINTING, SEWING & MORE NO JOB TOO SMALL

250-442-3620 • Foundation • Framing

(250) 442-7210

Boundary Honey DO! Prompt & Reliable Handyman

Property Maintenance “I don’t build houses, I fix them”

Peter Kootchin 250-442-7532 pkootchin@gmail.com

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Auto Financing

Auto Financing

Cars - Domestic

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Trucks & Vans

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Why wait to get the car you deserve. Apply now.

1-877-218-8970

1989 Nissan 240SX 2dr lift back. 71000km on rebuilt engine, good rubber, little rust, reliable. $1,500. 250-442-5635

SCRAP BATTERIES WANTED We buy scrap batteries from cars & trucks & heavy equipment. $4.00 each. Free pick-up anywhere in BC, Minimum 10.

Call Toll Free 1.877.334.2288

1999 Chevy K3500 dually 4x4, good condition. $5,500 obo. 250-442-5776.

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Snowmobiles 2000 Dodge Neon, in good shape, battery needs charging. $2,500. 250-443-1600.

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PARK & SELL Ph: 250-666-0088 Next to Greyhound Across from Ball Park You Park It - You Sell It No Commission!

Lots of Traffic - Great Exposure

Low Monthly Rate! $50 for regular size car/truck

2000 Polaris RMK Indy 700, $3,000 obo. Extra parts available. 250-444-0067.

Sport Utility Vehicle

2007 Black Subaru Impreza $13,000 OBO All Wheel Drive, Mileage 36,000, 5-Speed Manual 250-447-6594

1998 Kustom Koach “Westwind” 26.5 ft. 5th Wheel. $8,900. 250-442-4098.

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1989 Ford Probe coupe hatchback, hidden headlights, 2.2 L fuel inj, 4 cyl, auto, 1 owner, 160,000 km. Looks & runs excellent. AM/FM cassette/radio, block heater, A/C. Exc tires. $1,500. 250-442-0122.

14,000 lb Southwind lowboy deck trailer, slide-out ramps. $4,000 obo. 250-442-5776.

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Is happy to announce that Gary Smith has joined our team of top producers. Gary looks forward to helping you with all your Real Estate needs.

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250.443.1256

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1990 Toyota Hilux Surf, 4WD, right hand drive, exc body, no rust, P/W, 150,000 km, probably needs head gasket. $2,500 obo. 250-442-0122, 250-493-1807.

2000 Ford Explorer XLS V6, 4L, auto, AWD, 4 dr, 4 like new winters w/studs, 170,000 km, P/W, P/L. Exc cond in/out. $5,500 obo. Is in Grand Forks.

250-442-0122, 250-493-1807.

Recreational/Sale

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS

94 Ford 250 XLT Ext, cab. good condition, low km. Worth a look! $3,200. 250-442-0957.

B O L E S T O W E

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•Insulation: blowing, bat, styro •Thermal Imaging Inspections •Fujitsu & Daikin Mini Split Heat Pumps (ductless) •Brand Names For Less

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Tanning Studio

BY APPOINTMENT ~ For more information call Tammy Certified Medical Exercise Specialist & Personal Trainer 250-442-9866 or (home) 250-442-3110

Excellence, Professionalism & Customer Satisfaction is our #1 priority Interior/Exterior Painting on Renovation, New Construction, Repaints and Commercial Sites + Pressure Washing +

Brian Day

250-666-0666

Grand Forks, BC email: prestige_painting_@hotmail.com

Open Tues-Fri 10-5 Sat 10-1 www.medomakfarm.com 5040 Siminoff RoadÊUÊ250-442-3817

The Computer Lady Marilyn Private Lessons $25/hr NEW COMPUTER SETUP

PHONE 250-442-5810

Your place or mine

KITCHENS & BATHROOMS by Larry Podmoroff Journeyman Carpenter

CUSTOM SHOP WORK 250-443-3166

40 YEARS EXPERIENCE • Supplier & Installer of Canyon Creek & Euro Rite & Westwood Cabinets • Counter Tops - supply & install Marble & Composite, Post Form & Custom Built • Installation of Floor & Wall Ceramic Tile, Laminate & Hardwood Flooring

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• Craniosacral Therapy (Adult and Pediatric) • Lymph Drainage • Heart Centered Therapy • Certified Healing Touch Practitioner

159 Alpine Rd, Christina Lake, B.C. 250-447-6201

Jim Long

MOBILE WELDING 250-442-5244

Certified Journeyman

PORTABLE AND AFFORDABLE Framing

Siding/RooÀng Cabinets Finishing

TOTAL FINISH CONTRACTING ) Full Renovations ) ) ) ) )

Basement Development Flood Damage Repairs Foundation Crack Repairs Kitchen & Bathroom Renovations New Construction

Free Estimates/Competitive Rates

Call Alek 250-443-4537

Full Drywall Services

• Offering exercise sessions that address health conditions, injury recovery & fitness goals • Choose from 1 hour or 1/2 hour sessions • Train at private studio or at your own home • Tanning packages and products available • Monthly studio membership

Phone: 250-442-5574 or Cell: 250-442-7273

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Energy Upgrade Professionals

3440 ALMOND GARDENS ROAD WEST PHONE: 250-442-7276 BOATS - AUTOMOBILES - RV’S - FURNITURE

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Flooring: Hardwood/Laminate/Tile

Classy Cuts 26 years Experience

Hair Salon

Trendy cuts, perms & colors • Walk-ins Tansportation provided for seniors if needed

Terry 250-443-3200

7665 McCallum View Dr.

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Jazz 250-443-9088

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Val 250-442-7655

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Ingrid 250-442-3425

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250-442-0141 3600 sqft lot with a 1050 sq.ft. office building in the downtown core of Grand Forks. Additional development potential. $174,989. Call Val or Jazz for more information. MLS #K4100039

Relaxing on your back deck you will enjoy the mountain views and cooling above ground swimming pool within a fully fenced yard. This 6.29 acres is close to town yet private with a large shop, second residence and many outbuildings. Call Val or Jazz today for more information.

MLS #K211063. $389,000

7157 - 3 Sweet little business, territory rights from Christina Lake to Beaverdell & Bridesville. Business steadily building & showing a profit. MLS# K4000402 $129,000 Call Heather

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Ph: 250-442-2121 Phone 250-442-2191 to advertise here

Come see the amazing valley view. This 4 bedroom 3 bath home sits on 7.9 acres with underground sprinklers, many out buildings and cold storage. A large list of inclusions is included with the sale.

MLS# K211281 $549,000 Call today to set up a private viewing with Jazz or Val.

Imagine the possibilities on these private flat 13.11 Acres! 3 phase power, irrigation pipes, 2 wells, many out buildings, fully fenced and a 3 bedroom with loft Ranch house await you. $279,000 MLS# K203399 Call Jazz or Val now!

30x100 view lot, creek at one side, close to Greenwood, ½ hour to Grand Forks or Rock Creek, 1 hour to Christina Lake or US Border.

MLS# K206775 $15,000 Call Heather

Great investment property located just outside city limits, but still close to everything. 6.91 acres of level land, treed, fully fenced and gated. There is a small cabin containing a bachelor suite with a basement and sun deck. There is a 510 square foot shop with an overhead door. Call Val or Jazz for an information package.

MLS# K4000538. $299,000

Looking for that perfect investment? 2 acres of gorgeous farmland with NO building restrictions. Just off the main road, shallow well in place. Close to the Granby and the Trans Canada Trails. Best deal in town! $125,000 Call Ingrid MLS# K202640

Paradise found but minutes to town. Beautiful 0.474 acre lot with NO building restrictions. Close neighbours only on one side, almost in Johnson flats. One block from the Kettle River. Divine parcel!!! $82,900 Call Ingrid MLS# K202988

DON’T WAIT! Come see K195140! Price just dropped a further $10,000 to $154,900 - Cosy 924 sq. ft. home on 1 Acre Gardener’s dream. Call Sharon

Perfect for the mechanic or farmer! 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2010 sq. ft. home on 6.45 illustrious acres. This property has a large, attached 2 car garage, huge shop and a barn with two side storage areas. There is also a large enclosed breezeway between home and garage. Give this one a gander!! $365,000 call Ingrid MLS# K197513

Spectacular 51 Ac. only 15 min from Christina Lk. Well has been drilled - ready for your dream home or a perfect recreational hideaway. $219,500 Call Sharon

Houses For Sale

E-file Agent

7816 Donaldson Dr. Grand Forks, B.C. 250-442-2523

Open Monday to Saturday

Houses For Sale

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Property Management Services Owners and Prospective Tenants Call

250-442-2711 Toll free: 1-800-567-3199 Website: www.grandforksrealestate.ca

REDUCED! Solid 4 BR, with full basement New bathroom, flooring & paint. Large corner lot, detached garage. Great value. $149,800 MLS# K201552

Large 4 BR home, finished basement Over-sized Garage, vaulted ceilings Corner lot, close to everything A must see! $339,000 MLS# K192339

Ken Dodds 250-442-2632

Well maintained immaculate 4 BR, 2 bath home with fully finished basement, large fenced, landscaped yard & in good subdivision.

13’x8’ covered enclosed porch. Close to all amenities. $245,000. MLS# K211257

Adult community living. 925 sq.ft. modular home in just like new condition. 2 BR, ensuite plus main bath, Walk-in closet, central air and much more. Priced to sell. $135,000 MLS# k206271

Tastefully Appointed Home! 3 BR up with basement suite. Fenced yard and hot tub! $349,900 MLS# K210587

NEW LISTING. Fantastic 3 BR, family home on ½ acre in city limits. Has a partially finished basement. Large shop, and is close to all amenities. $245,000 MLS# K210237

Enjoy a view of Christina Lake from this 3 BR, 3 Ba 2,800 sq. ft. energy efficient home on .61 acre. Open floor plan, oak floors, large ensuite. $399,000 MLS# K211255

TIRED OF PAYING RENT? • 1 Bedroom plus den downtown $99,000 MLS# K195163 • 1 Bedroom updated $107,900 4 BR, 3 bath rancher c/w a fully finished basement and large 2 car garage. Walk to shopping, schools, and recreation from this convenient central location. Very well kept low maintenance home. Move-in ready, large lot, lane access. $259,000 MLS# K210749

Linda Laktin 250-442-3099

Wayne Greenhalgh 250-442-9090

Harry Davy 250-442-0466

Cindy Anthony 250-442-7379

Barry Poppenheim 250-449-8276

MLS# K193875

Riverfront! 6.3 Acres with great sandy beach and river frontage. Home and large barn are high and have a wonderful southern view to the river and Galena Mountain. The 5 acre lower pasture is in the flood plain. Private 2 BR, home that needs some tlc.

The home has a tenant that will stay if desired.

Please call your realtor(r) for a viewing. $275,000 MLS# K211128

Half a block to beach on Christina Lake! This well located resort comes with updated 2400+ sq ft home, 6 updated rental suites, 6 RV rental units, 18 RV/camping sites. Solar heating to reduce power costs. Great business opportunity along with Christina Lake living! MLS# K4100086

Along with the pride of owning, you will also be building equity for yourself. Talk to a Realtor® today to find out more about these properties.

Bright and open family home with a private back yard, great neighbourhood on a cul de sac. $287,000 MLS#K201936

Charming home . 2 BR, spacious dining room and living room. New furnace 2009. Located on double lot, with room for RV parking. Great starter home! $169,000 MLS# K210183

5 BR, 3 bath, 3,000 sq. ft., executive home built in 2004, 1/2 acre lot. $485,000 MLS# K211248

SHOP AND HOUSE!!! 1/4 acre lot, 2 BR, with room for a 3rd, 2 bath, 1529 sq. ft. living space, large insulated and heated shop with 200amp service, ideal for home based business. $159,000 MLS# k205034

Short walk to the lake, tennis courts and park. Ideal cottage for summer getaway or year round home. $150,000 MLS# K196797

Deanna Thompson 250-442-7971

Terry Mooney 250-442-6777

Pete Vanjoff 250-442-7415

Brian Thate 250-442-7370

Scott Vanjoff 250-442-7700

• 2 Bedroom updated $114,500 MLS# K206701

Ken Dodds

Linda Gray

Pat Ballard

Gayle Holmes

Aaron Anthony

250-442-2632

250-442-6474

250-442-7616

250-442-7516

250-584-4663

Gary Smith 250-443-1256

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Chris (Christine) Esselink HAIR SALON ~ Licensed Stylist / Colorist ~ Nail Technician / Esthetician 7223 - 5th Street, Grand Forks, BC V0H 1H0

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SAW SHARPENING MULTI-SERVICES SAW SHARPENING MULTI-SERVICES Twisted Teeth Saw Shop Twisted Teeth Saw Shop J&S Saw, knife & Saw, knife & service Quality Equipment tool sharpening J&S tool sharpening service Multi-Quality Equipment George Stooshinoff Flexible Rates GeorgeCertifi Stooshinoff ed Sawfiler MultiFlexible Rates Certifi ed Sawfi ler Services Phone: 250-442-8359 Phone: 250-442-8359 Services gastoo@telus.net • Snow Removal • Rototilling gastoo@telus.net 3845 Victoria Rd., Grand Forks 3845 Victoria Rd., Grand Forks

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