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Effort to save movie theatre gathers steam BOB HALL Nelson Star Editor

The push to save Nelson’s Civic Theatre got a shot of adrenaline last week when more than 60 peo-

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More help needed if effort to take off Continued from Page 1 “I knew there was too much silence in this town and we needed to be sparked.

Whether it was the [Nelson Star] article about those nice fellas that want to open the theatre as something different or me stepping forward… I think it was getting down to the wire so somebody was going to come forward and draw all those romantic film buffs out of the woodwork.”

The Civic Theatre has not shown a movie since September 2010 when the City of Nelson didn’t renew the lease of the long time operator. Though a proponent stepped forward with a plan to turn the theatre into the Nelson Cinemax, it fizzled after the old seats were torn out.

Last month the Nelson Downtown Athletic Club proposal was pitched to city council. The plan suggests turning the theatre into a multi-use sports facility that would include squash courts, a climbing wall and small gymnasium. It would be a private business and be tax neutral.

With time running out — the original request for proposals for the building was to close on April 17 — Sherry decided to spearhead a last ditch effort to save the theatre.

“It’s just the start. The important thing was to get a dialogue going,” Sherry said of the meeting. “This is a big decision and some people feel very passionate about

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Cindy Sherry and a band of volunteers were out on the streets Saturday gathering names of people who would like to see the Civic Theatre remain a movie theatre.

this building.”

Enthusiasm at the meeting was high and many ideas were put forward. At this point Sherry said they are putting together a core committee who will move forward with the next step.

They are planning another meeting for later this week.

“There was a lot of passion in that room, so now we have to see what happens,” she said.

At this point Sherry said the most likely route the new committee will head is

to pursue a non-profit model based on the theatre in Salmon Arm. “This is too expensive for a business or a business person to come through and run this. They wouldn’t get their money back for a long time,” said Sherry.

“I really think the way for this to work is as a community. We have to share it and people have to be patient.”

Though lots of ideas were thrown around and plenty of enthusiasm exists for fundraising ideas, Sherry

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said they are currently looking for two key members on the committee — somebody with a financial background and somebody with an idea about what it would take to renovate a building.

“It’s opening a can of worms,” Sherry said of the current state of the theatre.

“If you’ve ever done a house renovation, we all know what happens once you start to knock walls down.”

Last week, city council extended the deadline for proposals to May 31. Sherry said even that timeframe might be difficult to meet.

“To have a concrete proposal made, that will not be enough time,” she said. “But we got the impression if we came up with an adequate proposal [by that time] to give them something to work with, then that might be acceptable.”

The new group will get an opportunity to look inside the building for the first time on April 17.

On Saturday theatre proponents were downtown rounding up signatures on a survey/petition. Due to the long weekend and many people being out of town, they plan on being out in force again this coming Saturday.

“It has momentum now so we are going to really charge on now and build on it,” said Sherry.

Anybody interested in helping the committee or finding out more information are asked to email CivicTheatre2012@gmail.com.

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From The Boiler Room to Taffy Jack’s to the Spiritbar, Hume Hotel manager Ryan Martin has seen a lot of changes in the hotel’s basement music venue.

“Our old nightclub, we used to have fights weekly down there and they would often spill out on to the street at the end of the night,” said Martin. “We weren’t proud of where it went. It became a really bad vibe. I think we’ve been able to eradicate that and create a really positive environment down there where people can enjoy great music on any given week.”

On Saturday night Spiritbar will be celebrating its five year anniversary.

The nightclub opened in April 2007 after Martin watched numbers at Taffy Jack’s decline.

“We had two nightclubs prior to Spiritbar,” said Martin. “The Boiler Room lasted 11 years and Taffy Jacks lasted 12 years and both bars had a really good heyday for a while. I think it’s just the normal lifecycle of a nightclub in a small town.”

Both venues featured a house DJ who played Top 40 music.

“Once the Element opened up in Castlegar we had no business at all. It was

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Ryan Martin says the success of the Spiritbar over the last five years has been the prodMegan Cole photo uct of great community support.

a really stressful time for me trying to figure out what we would do next,” said Martin.

Taffy Jack’s closed its doors and Martin began rebranding the venue, creating Spiritbar.

“It’s a lot more dynamic now having different DJs and bands on any given week where the old formula was the same house DJ every single night and it gets pretty old pretty fast,” said Martin. “I’ve been trying to have something for everyone at sometime during the year.”

Spiritbar has hosted popular international and local bands, musicians and DJs. The Odds, The Grapes of Wrath, The Sheepdogs,

Chali 2na, Ghostface Killah, Nero, The Funkhunters, Maseo Parker and Elliott Brood are just some of the acts that have played since the doors opened.

“It’s hard to believe that five years have gone by when you see the list of all the different acts that have graced the stage. It’s really unbelievable. We feel like we’ve been really lucky to host so many great artists locally and on an international level as well,” said Martin.

On Saturday Spiritbar is opening its doors to the community to thank them for their support over the past five years.

“That’s one thing everyone says to me: ‘Wow,

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thank you for bringing in good acts. It’s really nice,’” said Martin. “I want to say thank you for supporting it because the only way we get good acts is by supporting it and buying tickets so we can keep doing it.”

The anniversary party begins at 8 p.m., showcasing two local saxophone player Clinton Swanson’s bands: Hornography and Below the Belt.

At midnight Saskatchewan breaks beat DJ The Gaff will take the stage.

“I’m hoping to appeal to people that have maybe never gone down there and think they are too old to check out the Spiritbar but it’s a really diverse crowd,” said Martin.

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The suspect forced open several employee lockers and took numerous personal tools as well as a considerable amount of Teck cable, valued at almost $10,000.

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Trail council takes stand for hospital VAL ROSSI Trail Daily Times Reporter

A crowd of about 20 residents broke out into fits of cheer last month when Trail city council stood in support of a motion dedicated to keeping regional status at Kootenay Boundary Regional Hospital.

Anna Merlo was among those in attendance to show support for the Trail hospital.

“It seems that the only time that Trail people get passionate is when the hospital is threatened,” she said.

“I wish they would feel the same way about all of the other things that are not going on in this town.”

Trail councillor Kevin Jolly felt compelled to lead fellow local politicians in taking a stand and protecting the Trail hospital because Castlegar council discussed the possibility of a new regional hospital with Health Minister Mike de Jong when they met with him at the beginning of March.

“We must send a clear message and speak with one voice to all those who would act to destabilize and disrupt the future of the hospital in Trail,” said Jolly. “Now is the time to show our unwavering support to our citizens, who financially support this hospital, the medical community and staff who labour in it and most importantly for the patients who rely on the hospital

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Council, including mayor Dieter Bogs, followed Jolly’s gesture and stood rather than simply raising their hands to record their unanimous decision.

A letter will be sent to Interior Health, the health minister and MLA Katrine Conroy to further express their stance. Castlegar Mayor Lawrence Chernoff said the meeting was held in the best interest of the region.

Request For Proposal 2012-P-02 Nelson Civic Theatre Extension of closing date and offering of a second mandatory site meeting The closing date has been extended for the Nelson Civic Theatre. Sealed proposals clearly marked: “Request for Proposal – 2012-P-02 Nelson Civic Theatre” will be received at the office of the Finance and Purchasing Manager – Suite 101-310 Ward Street, Nelson, BC, V1L 5S4, up to and including 3:30 pm, local time May 31, 2012 for the following: The City of Nelson is requesting responses to this Request for Proposal for lease and operation of the space known as the Nelson Civic Theatre for the purpose of operation of a public theatre.

A second site meeting shall be offered. This mandatory site meeting will take place on Tues. April 17, 2012 @ 10:00 am at 719 Vernon St, Nelson, BC. A previous site meeting was offered on March 27, 2012. Before submitting a proposal, the proponent shall have attended one of the two offered mandatory site visits.

Proposal Documents, including addendums, are available from: The Corporation of the City of Nelson Suite 101, 310 Ward Street Nelson, BC V1L 5S4 Contact: Finance and Purchasing Manager Phone: 250-352-8204 Email: srorick@nelson.ca BC Bid, or the City of Nelson web site: http://www.nelson.ca/html/tender.html

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Lost Skier Recounts Harrowing Tale and Appreciation for Search Crews

A Kootenay Pass campout JENNIFER SWIFT Special to the Nelson Star

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his is going to be “epic, epic, epic!�

That’s the final text I sent to Cam before he came to pick me up at 11 a.m. on February 20.

Epic indeed, but not the sort of epic I had in mind.

Being from the coast I am extremely excited for some Kootenay powder.

Fresh snow, beacon, probe, shovel, check! Excitement levels are high.

I had spent the day in Kootenay Pass two days prior and was blown away by the untracked goodness and lack of people. The Whistler ski lift line-ups were but a distant memory.

Ripple Hut for a late lunch and a couple mellow laps near Baldy Peak is our plan.

But things do not go accordingly.

After our hike to the top and a few powdery turns everything goes flat. Very flat. I am sinking to my knees in snow. This can’t be right, it’s far too flat, “maybe we should retrace our steps?� “Ripple Hut should be just up on that ridge, let’s head that way,� said Cam. I am unsure of my surroundings and a little uneasy, but it is still early and I do not feel that we are in any danger. We head for the ridge.

It’s 3:30 p.m. and we are still climbing through trees.

The hut is not in sight.

Now it’s 4 p.m. Maybe we should turn around?

Confusion sets in. I do not like being hidden in the trees so close to nightfall.

We had passed a forestry road and I had seen tracks on it.

Team decision, yes we’ll turn around and aim for

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the road, I hope for the best. It has to come out somewhere, right?

By the time it’s 5 p.m. we are on the forestry road skins off, skiing down. We travel for an hour, maybe two, it was difficult to keep track of time. We eventually reach power lines and the road forks. Left or right?

The path is completely flat. Left. It is just an instinct. I think I can hear the highway, but then again I thought I could hear the highway for the past hour.

We ski left and another hour goes by and we come across tracks. These look like skiers that were traveling right, We convince ourselves. We decide to turn around, go right and backtrack past the power line and ski another hour further.

Now it’s 9:30 p.m. and we are tired. We’re still on the forestry road. It must lead to the highway eventually, I continually reassure myself.

It is time to build a snow cave. Outdoor education pays off. I remember building snow caves in high school, but Cam takes the lead. He is on a roll with the construction.

It’s finished at 10:30 p.m. and we get inside. It is claustrophobic. I hate confined spaces. I get as much of my body on my backpack as humanly possible. We are out of food

and water and savour every last drop of the final half a cup of tea we share.

Now it is time to get really friendly. Cuddling close is the only way to increase body heat. It is freezing. We shake and shake... doze off for 30 seconds, shake for two minutes is the rhythm my body adopts. I curse myself for not bringing an emergency blanket.

Despite being freezing, I will vouch for my ski gear.

That expensive Goretex and down pays off. It keeps me dry and as warm as possible considering the situation.

I focus on sending a telepathic message to my family that I am safe. I know they are terrified, I am sure they fear I am in an avalanche.

Water drips from the drop of the snow cave. It hits my face. So cold, so very, very cold. Time passes slowly. “What time is it?� I am sure it has at least been at least a couple hours. It is only 11 p.m.

Morning arrives and it’s 5:30 a.m. We get out of the cave the hour before the sun rises. It is noticeably colder. We continue on the forestry road to the right as we had set out the night before. We ski for two hours.

My skins are having trouble sticking. I have gotten snow under the skins and it is impossible

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for me to heat up the glue.

This makes skiing up a huge challenge. I persevere and slowly gain elevation.

I now have a new vantage point and it becomes very apparent we have gone the wrong way. We must backtrack once again. Our first instinct had been correct.

We reach the infamous power lines at 9:30 a.m. and we are greeted by two men on snowmobiles. They are part of the 16-member team that has been sent to look for us. “If you’d kept on going to the right you’d end up in Idaho and if you’d continued on this way you’ll reach the highway but you have 47 kilometres ahead of you,� one of them says.

Search and rescue crews present us with hot tea, nuts, chocolate. I feel like I’m dreaming. “Thank you, thank you,�

I say and profuse apologies are all I can muster.

They assure me my apologizing is not necessary, but I feel extremely grateful and indebted to these individuals.

After this experience I have fallen even more madly in love with the mountains. I had a scare, but because of this my respect for the mountains has grown. I feel privileged each day I have the opportunity to travel through them, but recognize there are risks and the mountains hold far more power than I. Next ski touring trip there will be a map, emergency blanket a surplus of hot tea and snacks will surely not be forgotten.

I would like to extend a huge thank you to the Nelson Search and Rescue team as well as all the other individuals from various search and rescue teams involved in our search.

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Editorial Underdogs on the scene

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he gauntlet was thrown down last week by movie fans when more than 50 people showed up to a loosely organized meeting at the Best Western. At the eleventh hour, it appears there are many in this community who want to keep the Civic Theatre showing movies.

With time running out, it remains an underdog tale. The odds stacked against the effort are daunting and even the woman who took up the charge is a longshot leader.

“I’m a Mrs. Nobody,” Cindy Sherry told the Star on Saturday while gathering signatures in front of the Civic Theatre. “I’ve been here for 20 years, but I have been busy helping my husband with his business and I still have two children at home.”

Sherry is no longer a Mrs. Nobody and for this effort seems to be the perfect leader.

If the Civic Theatre is to remain a movie house then it must be a product of the people.

This is not about politics or trying to build a profile in the community, it’s about keeping history alive in a world that seems to be constantly slamming the door on tradition.

The most difficult part of this storyline is the position the Downtown Athletic Club proponents find themselves in. Their proposal is solid and in many ways a perfect fit for a facility from a bygone era. Sherry has been very clear that the passion to keep films running on Vernon Street has nothing to do with the “nice fellas” who want to see it turned into a squash/ climbing wall facility. Nor should it.

The athletic club crew deserve to be treated fairly, but if the theatre is to actually be saved it is going to take an extension beyond May 31. The ball will then be served into city council’s court. If politicians throw their trust behind what the movie buffs can muster at that point, it will put the Downtown Athletic Club plan in serious jeopardy. Is that fair?

In the 1950s the Capitol Theatre fell into disrepair and was lost to the community. It wasn’t until the early 1980s that a group of culture loving underdogs took on a project to bring it back to life. It would be hard to imagine this community without its cultural centrepiece. Is the Civic Theatre destined for a similar revival? We’ll soon find out.

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Council Column — Robin Cherbo

Theatre yes, downtown dogs no

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n the last few weeks, a couple of issues have come to the attention of council.

The Nelson Civic Theatre could be closed for good as a movie theatre if there is not a business plan to continue the refitting and running of movies.

There is, in addition, the proposal before council to allow dogs on leashes to return to the Baker Street area.

The Nelson Civic Theatre has operated in Nelson since 1935, as a stage theatre and then as a movie theatre. With a deadline looming at the end of May, there is a newly formed citizens group hoping to have an alternative proposal to run the theatre as a nonprofit. There are two movie theatres run by non-profit societies in Salmon Arm and others around the province. While there is an argument that it is not possible to continue as a movie theatre in this changing technological age, with an upgrade as a 3D theatre it could be viable. The theatre space could also be used during the day for other activities such as a practice for stage plays and/or having plays or events during the day.

The theatre space could be used as well for the performing arts. With the support of the city and the citizens of Nelson it could be successful and work for the benefit of the whole community.

The other issue is the proposal to allow dogs on leashes back in the downtown core. There are problems currently with some dog owners who do not

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Councillor Cherbo feels the effort to keep the Civic Theatre showing movies is one which the community should support.

obey the existing bylaws. It is interesting to note that it was the Downtown Business Association years ago who petitioned the city council of the day to ban dogs from Baker Street because of the dog problems.

Now the current association believe things have changed. Yet there is no evidence of this, such as dogs brought into Rotary Lakeside Park and on the beach, dogs running loose around Lakeside playing fields and loose dogs on John’s Walk, not to mention the mess on the dog walk beside the airport.

Health and safety in the downtown core with dogs could be an issue.

The health issue is dog feces on sidewalks, as well as dogs peeing on everything in sight, including sign boards, lamp posts, corners of buildings, car wheels, etc. Safety concerns such as many years ago a young child was Bob Hall Editor

Karen Bennett Operations Manager

bitten by a dog on Baker Street, not to mention dogs frightening seniors and jumping on young children. Many people think of tourist dogs as small and cuddly, but what if dogs such as pit bulls and doberman pinschers and other large dogs were brought into the downtown core? Baker Street sidewalks are narrow, so is it desirable to have dogs return to the streets and have citizens, seniors and young children exposed again to the safety and health risk?

The Downtown Business Association speculates there will be more business from tourists by allowing dogs back in the Baker Street area, but it could also backfire, sending more local people and tourists to the Chahko Mika Mall where they can shop in a dry, cool, smoke free and dog free environment.

Chuck Bennett Regional Publisher

Greg Nesteroff Reporter

Megan Cole Reporter

Having dogs on Baker Street is not the solution to improve business in the downtown core. This could be done instead by cleaning up Baker Street with new awnings, paint, bike racks, garbage and recycling containers, as well as a doggy daycare located in the area.

To sum up, there has been a strong show of support from a number of Nelson and area citizens to have the heritage Civic Theatre restored as a movie theatre and performing arts centre. And along with proper marketing and cleaning up of the buildings and streets in the downtown core, business may not need to have dog mayhem return to the jewel of our city, Baker Street.

Robin Cherbo is a Nelson city council who shares this space with his colleagues at the table

Samuel Dobrin Reporter

Selina Birk Sales Associate

Cheryl Foote Office Administration

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Letters to the Editor

There are 7,000,000,000 people. There are only 200 ocelots left on our planet.

Focus on the right message From the outside, it is difficult to follow the logic behind the proposal that teachers might withdraw support for extra-curricular activities as the next phase in the ongoing labour dispute.

We have been told that teachers’ involvement in extra-curricular activities is voluntary. If so, then let’s separate this from labour discussions, which would allow us to support these efforts in the context of celebrating all volunteers in our communities.

We are also told that extracurricular activities are not part of the core education program yet many students view them as integral to their school experience. Why do they believe that? Teachers and parents encourage students to participate, partly to create a sense of school community, which ultimately supports classroom learning.

Schools also support these activities in many ways, including publicly recognizing their athletes and performing artists while no longer publishing a list of top academic achievers.

The messages are conflicting. We lack a clear and consistent commitment as to what our public education system will provide our community and, therefore, what responsibilities each of us must assume. This lack of clarity is one reason

why assigning a value to the contributions of teachers is challenging.

“The needs of teachers must be considered within the context of what is happening to others in our community...”

Secondly, the union bargaining model was born on the factory floor where workers who produced tangible goods were directly responsible for generating the profits that owners could use to improve wages and working conditions. No such direct relationship exists between professionals and the generation of government revenue. That is not to discount the importance of professionals, but the bargaining model is without the checks and balances that would ensure union demands are reasonable and governments provide a real voice for its professionals — teachers, biologists, foresters, health care workers, etc.

Provincial-scale negotiations with the teachers’ union can’t resolve the broader educational issues that have become entwined with wages and benefits. The former requires meaningful engagement of teachers, parents,

administrators, community leaders and students. The opportunity and responsibility for creative problem-solving must exist at all scales, including the community level.

Currently, few significant decisions are made by local people who can be held accountable by the community as we are constrained, rather than supported by some aspects of government direction and union agreements.

With respect to wages and benefits, the needs of teachers must be considered within the context of what is happening to others in our community because we are interdependent — we are at risk of responding to the vocal and well organized without understanding the challenges others are facing.

Our board of trustees and parents would need to lobby to have significant decisions about public education returned to local communities and teachers would have to claim greater autonomy from their union. Each of us would then have to grow into our new responsibilities as we could no longer simply blame others.

We can tell our youth that there are responsibilities associated with being residents of a relatively wealthy, educated country or we can show them what is involved.

Cathy Scott-May Nelson

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CBC needs more funds Trip through time It is unfortunate that this government decided to cut the CBC with a further 10 per cent.

CBC is what keeps this huge country together and keeps us informed of what is happening across Canada. Because the media is held in so few hands there is a tendency to only give one aspect of the news and quite often this is somewhat biased. The CBC gives us a balanced view of what is happening in Canada. In smaller communities the CBC is also a lifeline as it often is the only available source for news.

Why not increase the amount so that we can continue to hear unbiased reporting through the CBC. Birthe Wilson Achtner Nelson

I read with special interest the account of Gordon Fleming’s life in Nelson.

It was a real walk down memory lane for me as I was born and raised very close to Fleming’s store for 21 years of my life.

I frequented the store often for groceries for my parents. I also had my first ride on a motorcycle which was Gordon’s. Hope you don’t mind Lorraine?

I remember Mr. and Mrs. Fleming very well. I also remember Gladys and Rosemary and Clive.

I enjoy reading your stories of pioneers of Nelson. Keep it up.

Beverley Higgins Victoria

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GET IT HERE The Nelson Chapter of Ducks Unlimited would like to thank the following sponsors and donors for their kind contributions to our 2012 fundraising dinner. We raised over $10,000 and appreciate your ongoing support to wetland conservation.

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Theatre fight worth the effort Re: “Theatre not worth risk,” Letters, April 4 I believe our city owes the people of Nelson our Civic Theatre since it was built during the Great Depression, by the people, for the people to enjoy. Besides, how much has this town spent on sports vs. the arts lately?

A non-profit society could run the theatre as countless other small town communities have done (with some help from municipalities and grant monies), and we could possibly even get sponsorships here. The Civic Theatre can be used for music performances, too. There could be dance space in front of the stage as well. I heard Jann Arden in the arena — or wait — did I just hear a whole lot of echo?

Also, a new age is upon us in cinema where digital, high resolution, is making exciting things possible with downloads and satellite feeds and

who knows the future of it all?

Just look at the growth in 3D movies (is holographic cinema next?) and then where will we be? Still at home with our flat screens or driving over our dangerous roads in winter, to Castlegar, for our nights out, giving them money we could use in our town?

“She’s one of the few old beauts left. In my mind, it is just crazy to even consider destroying her.”

I doubt that we can even find the level of skill to build a theatre such as our prized, old Civic in our fast paced era of zippy development.

Nelson and area has grown recently. What if it grows a lot in the next 10 to 20 years and there is a real demand for two theaters and more movie

goers feel left out of the loop?

Stephen Page, a very famous Canadian musician, who sang at Jack Layton’s funeral, just played our town.

If our local government can’t get anyone interested in running the theatre now (and how hard did they try?), then the least they can do is safely store the new theatre seats and ensure that the art deco construction inside will be preserved including the stage.

If they accept the proposals for squash and climbing facilities (which can be built elsewhere), they should ensure that in the future it can readily be converted back to its former grandeur.

I am not the only one who would sorely miss walking up her great ramp into her huge interior. She’s one of the few old beauts left. In my mind, it is just crazy to even considering destroying her.

Josh Wapp Nelson

Consumer will pay the price of lost penny So, the Conservative government is doing away with the penny. That is unfortunate.

That means that all prices between one and four cents will be raised to the nearest

nickel and all prices from six to nine cents will be raised to the nearest dime. Don’t forget that there is tax added to our purchases. I would imagine, without pennies, that the price after tax will also be raised to

the nearest nickel or dime.

Thus, the Canadian consumer is getting screwed twice by the elimination of the penny.

Bob Abrahams Nelson

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2. Eat less. Eat until you feel you have had enough but not until you are full. Digesting food is the most energy-consuming body process!

Eating less leaves you with more energy to do important things!

3. Drink more water than you have ever thought of drinking.

Water refreshes you and makes you more focused. So instead of

spending hours drafting and editing your report (for example) you can just do it once properly and use less energy while producing more quality.

4. Don't eat past 8 pm. If you don't, you will sleep better and find that you are rested and energized in the morning (as opposed to sleepy and tired).

5. Move daily. Yes, I'm talking about exercise. You can go to the gym to get blessed, or dance with your partner, or jog. Move more, and you will find you have more energy.

6. Replace food. If you want to crunch something, take a carrot instead of biscuits. Eating healthy means you have less saturated fat and - guess what? - more energy!

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COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS

Seniors have the right to live in dignity, free from abuse, neglect or exploitation. If you have questions or concerns for yourself or an other senior please contact us at the Nelson and Area Elder Abuse Prevention Resource Centre. Wednesdays from 12 to 2 p.m. at 719 Vernon Street or phone 250-352-6000 or read more about us and email us via nelsonelderabuseprevention.org.

NELSON’S HERITAGE HOTEL SINCE 1898

Apr. 12 - Vadim K Anniversary Party Apr. 13th - Cyclist / Pat Lok FUNKY DISCO HOUSE

Apri. 14th - Hornography, Below The Belt & The Gaff Free Anniversary Party Apr. 19th - Selkirk R&B Ensemble Followed by Rolf & Leif in the Benwell Room

Apri. 20th - Justtin Martin dirtybird Records Apr. 21st - Mochipet with MC Zulu & Yan Zombie Apr 26th - DJ Yoda Apr. 27th - Freeow with Vortex Apr. 28th - Fort Knox Five May 4th - Neighbour Home Breakin’ Records May 5th - Tantrum Desire with DJ Cain & Four20MC

May 11th - ill.Gates with Dubconscious

May 12th - R&B Showcase May 18th - The Librarian BC Bass Music with Soul (Opening Set by Naasko)

June 8th - Aufect Party w/ Self Evident, HxDB, DJ Cure & Ryan Wells

Every Thursday features various dj’s.

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The L.V. Rogers grad talent show Stairway to Heaven, takes place Thursday, April 12 at the Capitol Theatre at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $8 students; $10 regular. Enjoy a great night of LVR students strutting their talent across the Capitol Theatre stage.

There will be a raffle and 50/50 draw plus lots more. Tickets are available at the Capitol Theatre box office, 250352-6363 or online at capitoltheatre. bc.ca. Come out and support your grads.

The Thursday Writing Group will present a public reading event on Friday, April 13 at 10 a.m., at Selkirk College, Silver King Campus, Nelson.

Group members will read from their memoirs, stories and poems, presenting a panoramic perspective of Canada from coast to coast, and of the world beyond — perspectives from personal recollections of childhood adventures, travels and assorted musings. The Thursday Writing Group is a group of fledging writers, created just over a year ago as an affiliate of the Nelson Learning In Retirement, at the suggestion and urging of Margaret Hornby, our very own local celebrated poet.

The 2012 nominees for One Book, One Kootenay 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. Join the shortlist authors for a reading on Friday, April 13 at 7:30 p.m. at the Nelson Library.

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The Kootenay Lake Hospital Auxiliary bake sale and cake raffle is Friday, April 13 at the hospital gift shop from 11a.m. to 3 p.m. Items for sale include: Breads, pies, cakes, cookies, candies, pizelles and much more.

Donations are welcome. We would be grateful for the donation of baked goods to add to the sale....just bring to the hospital gift shop on Friday prior to 10:30 a.m. All proceeds go for the purchase of equipment for the hospital.

SelfDesign High posts a multimedia presentation: Elephants and Other Adventures. A small travel company helps protect big animals on Friday, April 13. A close encounter with a full-grown elephant changed the life of Dag Goering, veterinarian, photographer and founder of Hidden Places Travel. Their new Anti-Poaching Project is funding patrols in the Kirisia Hills of Northern Kenya where the killing of elephants for ivory is rampant. They raise funds through their presentations and the two per cent for Elephants Program whereby two per cent of the price of every Hidden Places trip goes to elephant conservation. Please join Dag and Maria for an evening of elephants and adventure. Admission is by donation.

For more information email info@ hiddenplaces.net Mars and Saturn are all visible in the night sky. Come to Taghum Hall’s Starry Night astronomy program and we will show you these planets as well as starclusters, galaxies and binary stars through two astronomy telescopes. Dates are: Saturday April 14, Friday, April 20 and we will be viewing the first quarter moon April 28, International Astronomy Day. All programs are weather permitting.

For more information contact Wayne Holmes at 250-354-1586 or email sumfun@telus.net .

The Friends of the Nelson Library are now collecting donations of your gently used books for the spring book sale. Donations gratefully accepted until Friday, April 20, 2012. Please no magazines, encyclopedias, dated

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Visit 215 Hall Street weekdays from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., or call 250-352-5242 to reserve.

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The Vocal Ensemble of Studio Cantilena presents Vespers of Wisdomâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Whisperings for Gregorian Chant and Tibetan Singing Bowls. You are invited to listen, sing along, ponder the texts of ancient Wisdom Literature or simply enjoy the sound-bath within the beautiful setting of St Saviourâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Church. Sunday, April 15 at 7 p.m. until about 7:45 p.m. at St Saviourâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Anglican Church on the corner of Ward and Silica Streets. For more information and inspiration please visit studiocantelina.com.

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The Cascadia Green Building Council â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Kootenay/Rockies branch presents a wood-chip clay wall systems and natural plaster seminar on Wednesday, April 18 at 7 p.m. Learn about these inexpensive and beautiful insulative wall systems and finishing techniques that use local waste materials. The seminar will be held at the Seed Studio above Reoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s. Admission is $5, free for members. To register or for information please contact kr@ cascadiagbc.org or 250-354-3116.

Save the date for our upcoming seminar: Vegetated green roofs, May 16.

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Entertainment listings FILM This April, Jon Steinman will be launching the 2012 Deconstructing Dinner Film Festival.

The festival will feature six fresh films on food spread out over three evenings at two locations. On Wednesday, April 18 at The Royal at 7 p.m. it’s Shellshocked with a presentation and oyster bar by Brent “The Oyster Man;” on the last night of the festival on Thursday, April 19 at the Capitol Theatre at 6:30 p.m. Bag It will be shown with Urban Roots at 8:30 p.m. More information on the festival can be found online at deconstructingdinner.com.

Tickets are available at Otter Books and the Capitol Theatre in Nelson.

topher and Braden Early. There is no cover and doors open at 10 p.m.

Cyclist and Pak Lok take the stage at Spiritbar on Friday, April 13. This award winning duo is sure to entertain. Doors open at 10 p.m. Cover is $5 at the door.

His songs have been covered successfully by other artists including Ireland’s Dervish and also The Duhks. In an unprecedented move, Rambling Dan released four new albums over five weeks starting in February.

Armed with a harmonica and any number of instruments, he performs blues, folk and blue-

MUSIC Nelson ProMusica 20112012 concert series presents the Selkirk Trio with cellist, Jeff Faragher, clarinetist Nicola Everton and pianist Sue Gould on Wednesday, April 11, 7:30 p.m. at St. Saviours Pro-Cathedral. Tickets are $15 for adults, $12 for student and $45 for a family. Available at Otter Books and at the door. For more information: 250-505-2508 Come down and enjoy the Variety Show Wednesday, April 11 with Estevan and Tracy Lynn. The show starts at 8:30 p.m. Take the stage or enjoy the music at this great open stage.

Instruments are provided.

The Gilles Parenteau Virtual Symphony will be at the Royal for two shows on Thursday, April 12. The first is the dinner show at 7:30 p.m. followed by an evening show at 9:30 p.m.

Tickets are $10 and are available at the door and online at liveattheroyal.com. Doors open at 6 p.m.

Vadim Kristopher hair is celebrating their four year anniversary on Thursday, April 12 and you're invited to the party.

Music will be provided by Kris-

The Wooden Sky

The Wooden Sky with Sunparlour Players and Punch the Clock play The Royal on Friday, April 13. Tickets are on sale for $15 and are available at Urban Legends and liveattheroyal.com. Doors open 8 p.m.

Opening Ellison’s Cafe Unplugged Sessions at noon on Saturday, April 14 is songstress Rue Leila. She pieces original and cover songs together on guitar, piano and vocals. Rue draws from a background in dance/choreography, visual art and classical music. Next up is Glen Martin, songwriter and guitar player from the Tuques, co founder of the Bigby Place campfire songs jam and member of the Wholesome Jones. He will perform some of his old and new creations on guitar, mandolin and vocals.

Closing is Rambling Dan Frechette from Manitoba. With over 1500 songs to his credit he is a master of songcraft not found often in the young crop of musicians and artists.

grass. More info on Ellison’s Cafe’s Facebook page.

On Saturday, April 14 Shambhala Music Festival headliners Love and Light will take the stage at The Royal.

Tickets are $10 in advance or $15 at the door and are available at liveattheroyal.com.

Doors open 9 p.m. Love and Light are comprised of the musical talents of Matt Madonna and Ryan Anderson, Love and Light hails from the high desert region of the Reno/ Tahoe Basin. Creating music that touches their hearts and elevates their souls, the duo’s goal is the uplifting of people across the world through melodic synth lines, complex chord structure, intricate rhythms, and funky, chunky bass lines.

On Tuesday, April 17 at The Royal The Flatliners play with Waster and Thus Far. Tickets are $10 in advance or $15 day of show and available at Urban Legends, The Music Store and liveattheroyal.com. Doors open

8 p.m. Punk rockers. The Flatliners are coming to the Royal!

These hard core road warriors are touring yet again, this time in support of their thirdfull length album, Calvalcade, due out this April.

Areaone events presents Justin Martin at Spiritbar on Friday, April 20. Doors open at 10 p.m. Ticket information is available at The Hume Hotel.

Feeding off the energy of the San Francisco underground and mentored by fellow super producer Claude VonStroke, Justin was intrinsically involved with the development of dirtybird records. His music encapsulates both melody and emotional depth yet always with enough undeniable ass shaking properties to translate to the floor.

AT THE PUB Join the Ymir Hotel’s country bluegrass jam every Friday night. Things get going at 5 p.m. and wrap up around 9.

LITERATURE

David Barsamian

Kootenay Co-op Radio is pleased to present an evening with David Barsamian on Saturday April 14, at 7:30 p.m., at the Self Design Commons, 402 Stanley Street in Nelson.

The Nelson Public Library invites young writers to raid

their imaginations and find the buried treasure in a special six-week series for kids who love to write stories with pirateinstructor Eileen Holland. The series begins April 24. Sessions are Tuesdays at 3:30 p.m. in the program room for the duration of the series. Pre-registration is required, as class size is limited.

A fee of $15 is requested to help offset costs.

VISUAL ARTS Some of the best breasts and artists of the West Kootenay will combine in a show to raise awareness around breast health issues, opening Friday, April 13 in Nelson at Ourglass Gallery and Studio. The slate of artists includes Avrell Fox, Cassia Barrett, Della Schafer, Marin Patenaude, Christina Smith, Cindy Moser, Bubzy, Alana Cronshaw, Rabi`a, Tanya Pixie Johnson, Natasha Smith, Samual Stevenson and Safire Jones. The show was inspired

by Jones' mother, Lyn, 63, who died from breast cancer in Christ Church, New Zealand, last July. She went through chemotherapy, a mastectomy radiation therapy, and hormone therapy, but succumbed to the disease less than one year and a half after diagnosis. For more information on the exhibit visit safirejones.com L.V. Rogers art is on display this spring at the Nelson Public Library. Come see some great teen art on display in our TeenScene. Students have created very colourful pictures of famous people, by drawing fruits and vegetables.

If you have an event that you’d like us to know about try adding it to our new online calendar found at nelsonstar.com or email vurb@nelsonstar. com with the date, location and short description of the event.

Any other questions or concerns can be directed to {vurb} editor Megan Cole at 250-352-1890 or by email at vurb@nelsonstar.com

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Faith based education offering: • Excellence in Academics • BC Ministry Approved Curriculum • K-6 Music and French programs g All • Smaller class sizes omin -6 c l e K W ents • Extra Curricular Activities Stud • Joey’s Out of School Care Now accepting registration for the 2012-2013 School Year.

For more information contact: Marlene Suter, Principal 250-352-3041 or our website www.stjosephnelson.ca

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St. Joseph School • Faith in every student THE NELSON OVERTURE CONCERT SOCIETY PRESENTS

SYMPHONY OF THE KOOTENAYS APRIL 21ST (piano) & KOREEN KOWALEC 8:00 PM

Tickets

Adults $24 Students $14

The ever popular Symphony of the Kootenays, comprised of musicians from the East and West Kootenays and Alberta, returns to Nelson once again to thrill our audience with their wonderful sound. Under the direction of conductor Bruce Dunn, their concert program will include Beethoven’s Symphony No. 8, and Chopin’s Piano Concerto No.1 in which the orchestra will be joined by American pianist Koreen Kowalec. Koreen, a mother of six and a skilled recitalist, has performed both solo and chamber music throughout Europe and North America.

Students from schools participating in the NOCS School Outreach Program are granted free admission.

the CAPITOL THEATRE 421 Victoria Street Nelson BC 250.352.6363

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Chipman Purdey took on a video assignment for his Selkirk College class and ended up winning $2,500 from the Fraser Institute. submitted photo SAMUEL DOBRIN Nelson Star Reporter

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ne Nelson student recently learned that doing your homework can pay off in more than just good grades.

Chipman Purdey, an economics student at Selkirk College, was awarded first place in a video contest through the Fraser Institute and took home $2,500 in prize money.

“I was pretty ecstatic when I found out I won,” said Purdey.

“I wasn’t expecting it at all.”

Purdey said the video was an assignment from his economics teacher.

“The primary function of the video I made was to fulfill the course requirements of the economics class I was taking, the secondary function was to enter it into the Fraser Institute video contest and luckily enough I guess it

worked out for both,” he said.

Purdey’s video No Price Gouging for Katrina was chosen above 50 other video submissions from 83 postsecondary and high school students from across Canada and the US.

“I’m interested in how the world runs itself and how governments are involved with that.”

Chipman Purdey Selkirk College Student

“The contest was pretty specific,” said Purdey. “It had to be about economics and politics and how they relate together in disaster economics.”

The Selkirk College student’s video was about Hurricane Katrina.

“It wasn’t too planned,”

Psychology Group Summit Psychology Group is delighted to welcome a new member to their team. Ms. Robin Swift, M.Ed., Registered Psychologist, brings with her expertise in working with children, adults, families and individuals with a dual diagnosis (i.e., developmental disability and mental health concern).

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admitted Purdey. “I basically combined a few images that I’d already had with me, I did some filming on the back streets of Baker Street with my sister. I wasn’t expecting to win anything so I was really surprised when I did.”

Purdey said the video also got him a high mark from his teacher and that it sparked quite a bit of economic debate among his friends.

The Nelson student will head to Kamloops to complete his Bachelor of Arts in economics and politics, which is what he’ll put his prize money towards.

“I’m interested in how the world runs itself and how governments are involved with that. In the last couple years it’s been a big part of my life, so I just want to continue learning about it,” he said.

Purdey’s winning video No Price Gouging for Katrina can be viewed on YouTube.

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Parent Information Night & Education Fair HELPING YOUR CHILD PLAN THEIR POST-SECONDARY EDUCATION?

Learn about the post-secondary system and the benefits of starting at Selkirk College! Parents with children in grades 9 -12, high school students and adults looking into post-secondary programs will be interested in this session.

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A three day training session this month provided volunteers with the tools they will need to carry the program forward.

tion skills among volunteers and referrals alike. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We launched this program to meet an important need in our community, and help our community members appreciate our interdependence,â&#x20AC;? said Andre Piver.

Piver is a volunteer participant as well as a board member for Transition Nelson. â&#x20AC;&#x153;With high energy prices, ever increasing demands on local government, economic uncertainty, and climate change affecting global food supplies, it is vital and richly reward-

ing that we can turn to each other for help,â&#x20AC;? he said The Transition Nelson volunteers and the Mir Centre for Peace will complete the details of how people can sign up for mediation help in the next few weeks, and expect to launch the program in full by the end of May. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Nelson Good Neighbour Program is a perfect complement to the Mir Centreâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s own program available to the West Kootenay,â&#x20AC;? said Randy Janzen, chair of the Mir Centre.

See transitionnelson.org. for details about when the program is rolled out.

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The next time you have a dispute with a neighbour, you could choose to call in a volunteer mediator from the Nelson Good Neighbour Program to help you resolve it.

Earlier this month, 14 enthusiastic and committed volunteers went through a three-day training put on

by Transition Nelson Society and the Mir Centre for Peace at Selkirk College. The intensive workshop included training in mediation techniques and lots of practice. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It was good to be in a room with so many people who want to make our community a better place,â&#x20AC;? said participant Cindy Fillion. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I really enjoyed it.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;Experiencing going through this process and resolving a conflict, even if it was role play, helped to form a bond and a connection with the other party and strengthened our relationship,â&#x20AC;? added Karen Newmoon.

The program is designed to help neighbours in the city of Nelson to become better acquainted and resolve minor disputes. A protocol is also expected to be established for referrals from city staff.

In addition to strengthening the social fabric and easing some of the burden on Nelsonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s by-law officers, the initiative will develop conflict resolu-

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Winter revelers gathered for the annual Slush Cup at Whitewater. The season ending event brought all ages together in the sun for a weekend of fun and celebration of a great winter.

Anne Pigeon photos

The Nelson Star is giving away FREE wood pallets!

Get creative this spring.

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Spring is definitely here–get an early start to landscaping projects. Georama is the Kootenay’s largest supplier of all things gardening–no project is too large or small.

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University Women Celebrate 45th Recently the Nelson Chapter of the Canadian Federation of University Women celebrated their 45th anniversary of being a vibrant organization in Nelson. The Nelson CFUW chapter is very active in many areas of life supporting women in Nelson. The CFUW Fellowship and Awards program supports womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s access to higher education. It is a way in which they carry out their educational mandate. The CFUW membership promotes equality for women and girls. They support quality education and life long learning. They advocate locally, provincially, nationally and globally. CFUW encourages dialogue between its members and governments at all levels as a way to effect positive change. They speak of â&#x20AC;&#x153;Our right to speak and the responsibility to act.â&#x20AC;? So it was with pride and joy that they celebrated their photo submitted 45th anniversary of being active in Nelson.

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Former Nelson Minor Hockey and Nelson Junior Leafs Defenceman

MacLeod an NCAA champion

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MacLeod (botton beside trophy right) and the Eagles celebrate on Saturday night.

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The Boston College Eagles downed Ferris State 4-1 Saturday night to earn their fifth national championship in program history.

Nelson Minor Hockey graduate and former Nelson Junior Leafs defenceman Isaac MacLeod is a sophomore

blueliner with the Eagles who celebrated their win before a huge crowd at the Tampa Bay Times Forum.

Junior goaltender Parker Milner recorded 27 saves en route to being named the 2012 Frozen Four Most Outstanding Player.

“I feel honored and privileged to be a part of the BC program, the university and specifically the hockey pro-

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gram,” senior captain Tommy Cross told media after the game. “This was the best team I’ve ever been on. We just had something in our mind that the season was only going to end one way and that was our main focus.”

More on this story, including a full interview with MacLeod, in Friday’s Star.

— with files from Boston College

Local Athlete on Freeski Circuit

Cooke makes impressive impact SAMUEL DOBRIN Nelson Star Reporter

His ski season started out with injury, but with hard work and determination he turned out results that surprised even him.

“I thought it would be my worst season ever,” said

Nelson’s Trace Cooke. “It turned out to be my best, I’m really proud of myself.”

Cooke, a member of the Whitewater Freeski Team, was looking forward to a strong season of competition when a knee injury put his campaign in question.

“It was my second day ski-

ing when I took a tumble…

I was super crushed and I thought my season was over,” said the 16-year-old L.V. Rogers student.

In his crash, Cooke managed to tear his MCL in one Story continues to Page 18

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Continued from Page 17 of his knees, but was determined to recover.

After four weeks of training, Cooke was able to attend the Red Mountain freeski competition in which he placed seventh and from there he says he just “kept elevating.”

By the time Cooke attended the Whitewater freeski competition he says was finally back to 100 per cent and it showed in his skiing.

“The Whitewater competition was a lot of fun,” said Cooke, who placed first ahead of the next competitor by 13 points.

“It was really cool to have all my friends watching my run.”

Cooke said the highlight of his season, however, was winning the Lake Louise competition for the second year in a row.

“Last year I was the oldest in my age group when I won, this year I was the youngest in the age group,” he said.

After the Lake Louise competition, Cooke was ranked third in the International

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Freeskiers Association for his 15-18 age group.

“When I looked on the website at the standings I was stoked right away,” he said.

Cooke said his coaches Peter Velisek and Dano Slater helped a lot with his skiing.

Cooke said his motivation for this season was just his love of skiing.

“My dad pushed me to ski but not in a bad way, kind of like a fun push… I’ve re-

ally enjoyed it ever since,” said Cooke.

Next season Cooke plans to sign up for more competitions especially in the US. “I didn’t sign up for some of the US competitions because of my knee, but that was a mistake,” he said.

Cooke said he would like to help out with coaching some of the young freeskiers while trying to bring his own score even higher next season.

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Dylan Walchuk in action with the Spokane Gary Peterson/Action Sports Images photo Chiefs.

Though they finished 19 points ahead of them in the regular season, it doesn’t look like the Tri-City Americans are going to have an easy time with the Spokane Chiefs.

The Americans are coached by former Nelson resident and Nelson Minor Hockey graduate Jim Hiller. The Chiefs feature former Nelson Junior Leafs star Dylan Walchuk in their lineup.

Both teams are looking to move on to the Western Hockey League semi-finals.

In the first game of the Western Conference second round series, Spokane’s Mitch Holmberg scored just over one minute into overtime to secure a 3-2 win in the series opener.

On Saturday night in Kennewick, Wash., the Americans pulled even in the series with a 2-1 victory.

The series now shifts to Spokane where the teams will play Wednesday and Friday.

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Sports THE KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS are pleased to announce

West Kootenay Roller Derby League

Bruce Halstead as NELSON’S 2011 CITIZEN OF THE YEAR

He will be honoured with presentations and a Catered Dinner at the Catholic Centre (523 Mill Street)

Saturday, 6:00 p.m. April 21, 2012 Tickets: $30.00 each Purchased at Sonja’s China Cabinet Look for the display board at the window Cut- off date for ticket sales is 3:00 p.m. Friday April 20, 2012

For more information Call Bob Tremblay at 250-825-9204

The derby gals are back SUBMITTED Special to the Nelson Star

It’s derby time!

The West Kootenay Women’s Roller Derby League launches into its third season with their season opener on Friday at the Rossland arena. First whistle at 6 p.m.

It’s a double-header between Salmo’s Babes of Brutality and Nelson’s Lumber Jackies, then Castlegar’s Dam City Rollers and Rossland’s Gnarlie’s Angels.

The 2012 season will see 26 bouts hosted in the West Koo-

tenay, primarily in Rossland (where the arena provides a dedicated derby surface from April through September), and both the Castlegar and Nelson community complexes when the ice comes out.

The season features six double-header bouts, three Kootenay Kannibelles home games and the semi-final and championship bouts, to be held on weekends and featuring the full entertainment package: half-time show, bar, mobile food concessions, raffles, door prizes, music, announcers… providing suitable entertain-

ment for the whole family.

New this year is single midweek bouts without all the bells and whistles for only $5.

Tickets are $10 in advance ($15 at the door, $2 for kids) from Phat Angel in Nelson, Mountain High Lighting in Castlegar, West Kootenay Scuba in Salmo, RossVegas in Rossland and Gerick Cycle & Sport in Trail. On-line tickets sales are at kootenayrollerderby.com where you can checkout the 2012 bout schedule and contemplate the bounty of a seasons pass before they’re gone on April 21.

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Community Teachers tackle environment NELSON — Learn how to make an environmental difference by attending the BC Teachers’ Federation Environmental Justice Conference: Local to Global on April 27 to 29 at L.V. Rogers high school.

Key note speakers include: Ali Howard, who swam 610 km from the Skeena River Sacred Headwaters to the Pacific Ocean in 28 days, and Chris Turner, the author of the acclaimed book Hope of Geography.

Join the opening social at the Taghum Hall, Friday night at 7 p.m.,

bring an instrument and partake in fireside storytelling accompanied by warm bannock and borscht.

On Saturday and Sunday enjoy morning and afternoon workshops at LVR covering topics on global warming, energy systems, solar panels and go-carts.

On Saturday at 7 p.m., the Legion will be host environmental documentaries made by participants.

For more information and registration details contact Shannon Lanaway at slanaway@sd8.bc.ca or call 250-354-1743.

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Other performances started on Tuesday and go throughout the week with the Honours Concert taking place at the Capitol Theatre on Saturday starting at 7 p.m. For more information on the festival and a full performance schedule with locations and times head to kootenayfestivalofthearts.ca.

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Jim Bryden, husband of Jacqueline (nee Chapman) passed away in Toronto on April 2nd. Jim and Jackie met in Vancouver and married in 1958. Jim was employed with the Royal Bank of Canada and worked in Nanaimo, Winnipeg, Vancouver,Montreal and retired in Toronto after 36 yrs with the Bank. He is survived by his wife Jackie, two daughter, Tish (Scott) and Sharon (Rick) five grand-children and brother Bill (Margaret). Jim, Jackie and girls spent many summer vacations in Nelson visiting Jackie’s family and attending school reunions.

Jim will be missed by his in-laws in Nelson, Ted (Edith) Chapman, Linda (Einar) Chapman, cousins-in-law Mike and Georgi Laughton as well as Pat and Julie Laughton of Calgary. On-line condolences may be made www.trullfuneralsyonge.com

Coming Events BC ARTS And Culture week is coming! Celebrate the arts by attending the great events that are being presented in your community from April 22-28. www.bcartsweek.org.

DOULA Training: labour/birth support; May 5th/6th, Castlegar, $350 Contact Marty 250505-2826 maart@shaw.ca Introduction to Prospecting course Chamber of Mines of Eastern BC, 215 Hall St. Nelson Apr 23 - 29 Mon - Fri 7 pm - 10 pm, review Sat, field trip Sun $250.00 includes textbook & supplies pre-register at the Chamber weekdays 9 am - 4 pm or call 352-5242

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Career Opportunities FISHERIES TECHNICIAN AMEC NELSON, BC Certifications: Fish & Wildlife Technician diploma (or equivalent); Backpack Electrofishing; Swiftwater Rescue Level 1; First Aid Qualifications:i) Proficiency with computers and data entry (Excel and Access); ii) Minimum of 1 year experience in fisheries/aquatics (local experience preferred); iii) Experience with jet boat operation; iv) Willing to work in remote locations; v) Willing to work some nights/weekends. Send an email with your resume outlining the above experience to: Louise.Porto@amec.com.

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Peacefully on April 3, 2012, Antonio Nardiello past away after a long illness. Tony was predeceased by his beloved partner Louise Mooers May 2011, his parents Vito and Angelina Nardiello, brother Guissepe, brother in law Guiseppe Perillo. Tony is survived by a sister Antonietta Perillo and sister in law Vicenza Nardiello and many nieces and nephews in Winnipeg, Manitoba.

Tony was born on October 25, 1935 in Muro Lucano Italy. He left home at the age of 19 to join family in Canada. Tony worked at the Winnipeg General Hospital. In the 60’s on holiday’s, he fell in love with Nelson. He went to work at Mount St. Francis, where he met Louise.

They retired together and moved to Balfour, near the water growing beautiful roses and grapes. Life was good. Tony loved to play the accordion. We will miss his irrepressible smile and sense of humor.

Also left to grieve are his extended family, Shirley, Janet, Dana, Shannon and also Emily, Josh, Zach and Zoe will lovingly remember him as Grampa Tony.

A graveside service will be held on Monday, April 9, 2012 at 10:30 AM from the Nelson Mausoleum with Father Jim Ratcliffe as celebrant.

Online condolences may be expressed at www.thompsonfs.ca Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Thompson Funeral Service Ltd.

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Myra Jean Lloyd (Wood) July 17, 1916 – March 31, 2012

On March 31st, 2012 Jean Lloyd passed from our loving arms into the Lord’s gentle embrace. She was born in Yellowgrass, Saskatchewan to Franklin and Ruth Wood on July17th, 1916. One of seventeen children, she was the second born and the eldest of the girls. Together with her sisters Hazel and Dorothy she helped raise many of her siblings – including the two sets of twin. It was a family full of love and life.

She married Jack Lloyd on March 31st, 1941 and had two beautiful sons, Patrick and Monte. Sadly she was pre-deceased by her son, Monte in 1997 and her husband Jack in 2006.

She and Jack lived in various parts of BC including Victoria, “up on” the Alaskan Highway and Trail before they settling the family in the community of Emerald Mine south of Salmo. Jean had many fond memories of their years“up at the mine”and felt very fortunate to raise her boys in the close community on Iron Mountain. Eventually she and Jack retired (sort of) in Robson, BC where they both became part of the community: coffee was always on and the bird feeder full. Though their house was small there was always room for everyone ---- Jean would just smile her warm smile and remind you “where there’s heart room there’s house room”.

Though born a prairie girl, Jean loved the people as well as the forests and mountains of the Kootenays. Numerous friends and family will sorely miss her. She truly was the quintessential grandmother, a loving sister and aunt, as well as a devoted wife and mother.

Thus in the terrible beauty of death, we have all lost “soul of kindness”.

A celebration of Jean’s life to be announced at a later date.

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Nelson has lost one of their genuine gracious Ladies, JEAN (ERSKINE) EMORY. Died April 8th 2012 in her 86th year.

Jean is reunited with her beloved husband Bob. She leaves her children to cherish her memory Janis, Greg(Sally) and Lee. Sister in law Betty Askew, (Rick) nephews Bruce Askew (Bette- Lou) Don Graham( Judy),several great nieces and nephews,special friends Jack and Lynn Chambers and their sons, lifelong friend Edna Whiteley, numerous friends and acquaintance. Her love of life and genuine interest in people was reflected by the saying “A stranger is a friend I have not yet met” Born in Rossland, Jean moved with her parents to Nelson in 1940.

She graduated from Nelson High School and later as an RN at Royal Jubilee Hospital Victoria in 1948. She and Dad were married in a double ceremony with Bob’s sister Betty and husband Rick in 1949 Mom was very involved with the Fairview United Church, taking an active role in the Naomi Unit and teaching Sunday School. Over the years,she received numerous awards from the the BC Cancer Agency for her Dedication and Volunteer Service. She served on the Board of Directors of Kootenay Lake Hospital , was a proud member of Beta Sigma Phi.and involved in Bethel #10 Job’s Daughters. Her son Greg was a goalie for several hockey teams and she was his biggest cheerleader .

In 1979 Mom and Dad joined Nelson United Church. St. They were a welcome addition to the choir which they both thoroughly enjoyed.

Mom and Dad traveled extensively, enjoying trips to Hawaii, Australia, New Zealand, England, Italy,the States., and numerous cruises.

As an expression of Sympathy family and friends may donate in Jean’s memory to the Canadian Cancer Society, the Canadian Parkinson’s Association, or the charity of your choice Jean was predeceased by her parents, Frank and Maude Erskine.

Siblings Monte, Eleanor, Fred and beloved husband Bob. The Family would like to express their deep appreciation for the Love and Care Jean received at Mountain Lakes Seniors Facility over the past 3 years.

Service to be held Thursday April 12th at 11:00 am at St Saviors Pro Cathedral. Reverend David Boyd presiding.

Remember me with love not tears and all the happy years That is how I will remember you.

Catherine Seafoot Catherine Seafoot (nee Evans) of Kaslo, BC passed away at Kootenay Lake Hospital in Nelson, on April 01, 2012, with her husband, Bill Seafoot at her side.

Catherine was born in Rossland, BC, to parents Harold and Gladys Evans. She was known to many as “Sis”, a nickname given to her by her older brother Bob. In 1947, Catherine married Ed Huitema, with whom she had her only child Ann. In 1975 she met Jim Brown and married him in 1976. They lived in Summerland, and then Penticton, where her grandchildren would love to spend their summer vacations.

Catherine had a great sense of humor and she and her son-in-law Jim enjoyed bantering back and forth at one another. In 1996 Catherine met Bill Seafoot, a lifelong friend, and they were married in 1998 in Kaslo. Catherine enjoyed spending time at Christina Lake in the summer and curling in the winter, along with knitting, fishing, ski dooing, riding the ATV, and spending time with her friends and family, especially her grandchildren and great grandchildren. Catherine was a 50 year member of the Legion, and also a member of the MS Society in Penticton.

Catherine is survived by her husband, Bill Seafoot and his family, daughter Ann (Jim) Drake of Rossland, grandchildren Dallas (Amy) and Kim (Gary Johnson), and great grandchildren Jakson, Karsten, Delaney, Ethan, Darby, and Dysen.

She is predeceased by her parents Harold and Gladys Evans, brothers Bob and Bill, and her second husband Jim Brown.

A service will be held on Tuesday, April 10, 2012, at 2:00 at the Legion Hall in Kaslo, BC. The service will be officiated by Mr.Lawrence Campbell.

Cremation has taken place.

As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to the charity of your choice.

Arrangements are under the direction of Thompson Funeral Service Ltd. Online condolences may be made at www.thompsonfs.ca

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Opportunity in a perfect family environment. Strong team, competitive wages, benefits, growth potential. Fax resume: 403-854-2845. Email: chrysler@telusplanet.net.

JACOBS FIELD Services Ltd. (Maintenance) is looking for a General Foreman with oilfield experience for a Northern BC site. Person will live in Dawson Creek or Fort St. John. Send resume to fax 780-485-6722, humanresources@ tritonprojects.com

SKILLED professionals required for long term employment. Chip Hauls, satellite dispatch, e-logs, good equipment, extended benefits and a pension plan. If you are looking for long term employment call 1-888-357-2612 Ext 223 www.sutco.ca

NEEDED. HEAVY Equipment Technicians and Maintenance personnel for expanding pipeline company in Olds, Alberta for work in shop and jobsites throughout Western Canada.

Fax resume to 403-556-7582 or email: pdunn@parklandpipeline.com

Wanted: required now experienced hard working grounds keeper call 825-2200

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

Drivers

HD MECHANICS 3rd or 4th apprentice or Journeyman Heavy Duty Mechanics with their Red Seal and CVIP License to work in Whitecourt and Hinton, AB. 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

Services

Reporting to Chief and Council, the successful candidate will have the postsecondary education, formal training, professional knowledge, skills and abilities, senior management experience and direct knowledge, preferably within Band administration, to be responsible for: • Providing effective leadership and teambuilding • Providing effective employee supervision and development • Managing the overall operating, ¿nancial, program, capital, and program affairs • Facilitating the development of formal plans, to include Strategic, Capital, Financial, Program, and Economic Development • Developing proposals for funding • Developing economic development initiatives • Working in partnership with Chief and Council to identify and provide for the needs of the Community and membership

Merchandise for Sale

Free Items FREE: Wood Pallets Call Liz @ 352.1890 ext 209

Furniture Beautiful Brown Leather Couch & Chair hardly used $2500.00 Call: 825-9334

Garage Sales

Misc. for Sale DIY STEEL Building deals!

Many sizes and models. Make an offer on clearance buildings today and save thousands of dollars. Free brochure - 1-800668-5111 ext. 170.

SAWMILLS FROM only $3997 - Make money and save money with your own bandmill - Cut lumber any dimension. In stock, ready to ship. Free Info & DVD: 1-800566-6899 Ext:400OT.

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Located in the beautiful Columbia Valley, East Kootenays, British Columbia, this First Nation organization with great economic and administration potential, has an excellent leadership and management opportunity for a Band Administrator.

GENERAL Handyman required 3 hr/week spring clean, yard work, weeding, mowing, handyman services. Call 250352-2224 Nelson

HERBAL MAGIC Limited time offer -save 50%!! Lose weight and keep it off. Results guaranteed! Don’t delay call now 1800-854-5176.

IF YOU own a home or real estate, Alpine Credits can lend you money: It’s that simple.

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Yard Sale: Sat Apr 14th rain or shine 911 Gordon Road 8:30 am

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Unfinished cabin on 2.8 acres on Riondel Rd near the Ashram. Will be appraised in May. Making a list of interested individuals.

Price likely well under $200,000. Terms Negotiable.

Excellent for handy person or couple 780-566-0707

Houses For Sale Almost waterfront 3475 Fisherman Rd 10 mins from Nelson private 6 acres 3 brd 3 bath 2400 sf newly renovated $579,900. 354-7383 COME and take a look at this cozy little home in the affordable community of Ymir.

Great starter home or rental property. Mobile home with a log addition, fenced 0.154acre lot with a nicely treed backyard. Home is heated by electric, oil or wood. 1321sqft. of living space, 2bdr/1bath. Close to Salmo, Whitewater and 20min. from Nelson. Newer washer/dryer, fridge/stove.

Asking price is $98,000. To view call 250-551-2535 or 403-799-4817 and I will put you in touch with my realtor!

STEEL BUILDING - Blowout sale! 20x26 $5,199. 25x28 $5,799. 30x42 $8,390. 32x56 $11,700.

40x50 $14,480.

47x76 $20,325. One end wall included. Pioneer Steel 1-800668-5422. www.pioneersteel.ca

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Small used multi-purpose lathe Emco Maximat Super 11 incl threading, milling & drilling $3500 fixed. Been in use for producing test specimen for mechanical testing 352-9698

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HINT 16 Tablecloth for the next get-together Once you have finished reading the newspaper, don’t throw it away. Find another use for it.

Newspaper makes wonderful tablecloths for outdoor occasions.

After everyone is done eating, take the used newspaper to a recycling center near you.

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NEWLY renovated house for sale on 60 x 120 level lot in Fairview. 4 bedroom, 1 bathroom. Great sun exposure, view of the lake and extensive garden. Asking $325,000. Call Katherine: 250-352-0076.

Other Areas NOVA SCOTIA Rural waterfront lots for sale. Country living at its best. Three bedroom apartments for rent. 45 miles to university town. 1-902-5222343 www.sawmilllanding.com waterfront@bellaliant.net

Rentals Suites, Lower Nelson: 1 bdrm + office/den newly decorated, new carpet, unfurnished, own entrance quite lower Rosemont,patio with a beautiful view of lake WD/DW, NS/NP avail now $800/mo+utilities 354-3994

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A very good compensation package is offered, along with the opportunity to contribute to the success and growth of a great community.

Les Hart and Associates #64 – 2022 Paci¿c Way Kamloops, BC V1S 1T1 Email: l.hart@telus.net Fax: 250-372-9116

Want to Rent NELSON: 2 mature adults require 2-3 bdr home. They have 2 well behaved dogs & need a small yard, laundry on site & bathtub preferred. Can afford up to $850/m reliable, trustworthy tenants. Contact Shonna @ 551-3413

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Dengarry Professional Services Ltd. is seeking experienced individuals or couples for contract to provide live in 24 hr. support for short term stabilization to adults with mental & physical disabilities in Kamloops. Applicant must have education and exp. either in behavioral and/or medical supports. Applicant will undergo extensive screening including reference checks, Crim Check and drivers abstract.

HHDI RECRUITING

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Busy Nelson salon seeking experienced stylists 551-4217

Real Estate

Nelson: Unfurnished living work/space for senior male artist. Sound proofing a must.

Income guaranteed; solid references avai N/S N/P, Contact Charlie 352-9876

Cars - Sports & Imports

1974 Chev Corvette (last year for big block & real dual exhaust) 454 V8 (rebuilt to 490 horse) 4 speed standard (also rebuilt) power steering, brakes & windows. Car is mostly disassembled for restoration but complete. Have all original parts. Also comes w/extra front clip complete (incl. glass & headlight assemblies $2500) Also extra body tub complete (incl. doors & glass $2000) Has current BC Registration.

Over $17000 invested, first $10000 takes it all 551-3336

Scrap Car Removal Scrap Batteries Wanted We buy scrap batteries from cars & trucks & heavy equip. $4.00 each. Free pick-up anywhere in BC, Minimum 10.

Call Toll Free 1.877.334.2288

Boats 2008 Seadoo GTI130 1 owner, 3 person water craft. only 50 hours on this unit.

Dealer maintained & serviced.

Cover, bumpers, trailer incl.

Pkg new was $12,083 + tax, first $6,450 takes!!

250-551-3336/250-352-3942

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Sewing Up New Skills at the Youth Centre (L-R) Leah Sydney Pettit, Robbie McClure, Scott McKay, Sam Bartinger, Marna Edey and Chuck Beaulac. Edey and Beaulac donated two sewing machines and tables to the Nelson and District Youth Centre. The machines will be used by youth in the Skills Link program as well as by other youth who attend the centre to develop practical skills and engage in positive projects.

Samuel Dobrin photo

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MLA Michelle Mungall will be hosting Surrey-Fleetwood MLA Jagrup Brar for a panel discussion that focuses on his experience doing the MLA Welfare Challenge where he lived on BC’s welfare rates this past January.

The event goes tonight at

Nelson’s Self Design High where Mungall will be interviewing Brar along with three local anti-poverty experts from the region. This event begins at 7 p.m.

“Jagrup has had a powerful experience, and he will be in our community to share his story and the hundreds of people he heard from living everyday on BC’s wel-

fare rates,” says Mungall. “If you’re interested in ending poverty, here’s your chance to hear how we can start doing it in BC.” Brar garnered provincial attention in January of this year when he accepted Raise The Rates challenge to live on the current welfare rate of $610 for one month.

Visit mlaonwelfare.com for

more information on the challenge.

Local panelists rounding out the evening are Becky Quirk of Nelson’s Advocacy Centre, Nelson Committee on Homelessness coordinator Katie Tabor, and Aimee Watson who is the Food Security co-ordinator for Kaslo’s North Kootenay Lake Community Services.

Are you looking to advertise your busniess? The Nelson Star Business Directory is a great way to get your services known. Why not advertise with us today? Call 250.352.1890 to speak to Karen or Selina for more information.

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Did you know? A common misconception is referring to the lotus as a waterlily. The difference can be seen from the center of the flower, which clearly lacks the structure that goes on to form the distinctive circular seed pod in the Nelumbo nucifera, or lotus. Neat huh?

Land Act:

Notice of Intention to Apply for a Disposition of Crown Land FrontCounter BC Cranbrook has accepted an application made by Telus Communications Inc. of Surrey, BC, on behalf of the Ministry of Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations (MFLNRO), Kootenay Region, for a Statutory Right of Way for the purpose of a Telecommunication Line situated on Provincial Crown land near Slocan Park, BC, and containing 0.0183 hectares more or less.

The MFLNRO File Number that has been established for this application is 4405212.

Written comments concerning this application should be directed to FrontCounter BC, 1902 Theatre Road, Cranbrook, BC, V1C 7G1 or email to: AuthorizingAgency.Cranbrook@gov.bc.ca.

Comments will be received by FrontCounter BC until May 9, 2012.

FrontCounter BC may not be able to consider comments received after this date.

Please visit our website: http://www.arfd.gov.bc.ca/ApplicationPosting/index.jsp Æ Search Æ Search by File Number: Insert Lands File Number for more information.

Be advised that any response to this advertisement will be considered part of the public record. For information, contact the FOI Advisor at the Ministry of Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations regional ofÀce in Cranbrook.

Lions On Board Bill Brown, John O’Neil, Arne Erickson and Klaus Raschdorf of the Nelson Lions Club present a cheque to Ron Monty of the Nelson Jubilee Manor/Place Foundation for the purchase Samuel Dobrin photo of a replacement bus.

The Nelson Star is proud to be your community newspaper, but we need your help. If you have an event, organization or accomplishment that the Nelson area needs to know about... here’s your chance. Simply email us a write up, photo or tidbit of information and we’ll print it. No story is too small, no accomplishment ever unworthy. Write it like you would like to read it and the community will be better off for it.

Email us at editor@nelsonstar.com

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