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They came from all over — walking, running and pedaling from the far flung reaches of Greater Trail to be there.

It was a gathering unlike anything the region has seen in 25 years. In fact, it was 25 years ago, the last time Rick Hansen’s Man in Motion Tour touched the Silver City.

And it touched it again. One man in motion that got many people in motion.

The Man in Motion World Tour inspired people all over the world, and the 25th anniversary tour in Trail Tuesday inspired many of those same people to participate again.

Throughout the day the historic tour captured the attention and fascination of residents in Greater Trail. People relived their dreams as the tour rolled in, smiling in remembrance of Hansen’s original tour and his dream: to make the world more accessible to people with disabilities.

“I’m kind of nervous, but I’m really excited,” said 12-year-old Kaedan Magner, who started the Trail leg of the relay.

Magner, was diagnosed with Crohn’s disease last year, but he hasn’t let the autoimmune disease impact his lifestyle in Castlegar.

He was honoured to carry the medal from McDonalds to the centotaph and be involved in the tour, just like his grandfather did with the original ‘Man in Motion tour’ in Princeton.

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Graduation ceremonies at Greater Trail’s two secondary schools are still expected to pass in the face of a recent B.C. Teachers Federation ruling asking teachers to refrain from volunteer activities.

For nearly 200 Grade 12 students preparing to graduate from J.L Crowe and Rossland secondary schools, the current school term has been fraught with uncertainty, with teacher job action now targeting volunteer activities such as school sports and graduation ceremonies.

But the system won’t fail its students.

“It is business as usual,” said Rossland Secondary School principal Terry McDonnell about the prospect of graduation ceremonies taking place.

McDonnell anticipated the 43 Grade 12 students at RSS will be driving down Columbia Avenue on June 8, taking their graduation photos in front of the school and then promenading through to the grand march later that day.

He said there hasn’t been any contact with the powers that be in the building otherwise regarding graduation ceremonies, so the ceremony will go ahead.

Most of the planning for graduation began last September — largely done by McDonnell and his vice principal — with bursaries, scholarships, caps and gowns and other pieces of graduation already being nailed down. During the last week of May the students become more involved.

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Selkirk unions settle under net-zero mandate

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Rick Hansen’s 25th anniversary relay attracted people from throughout the region and the entire province, including a Whistler man who pedaled a recumbent bike for the duration of Day 246 throughout Trail.

Hansen’s relay team embarked on their nine-month cross-Canada tour last summer, and the organization created partnerships with a number of local participants and visited over 600 communities.

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By the time the tour reached the West Kootenay last week, thousands of people had touched the medal.

Terry Martin, the local fire chief, carried the medal at the end of the day.

“I was very shocked when I found out that I would be the final medal bearer,” said Martin. “It’s quite an honour.”

The End of Day took place at sunny Gyro Park at 3:30 p.m. with

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a number of special guests and announcements. Mayor Dieter Bogs opened the ceremony with a speech about the excellent facilities for disabled people now available in Trail.

The province’s net-zero mandate has touched the vocational instructors and faculty of Selkirk College as two West Kootenay unions received final ratification by the Post-Secondary Employers’ Association (PSEA) this week.

Two collective agreements with faculty and instructors of Selkirk College’s BCGEU Local 709 Vocational Instructors and the Selkirk College Faculty Association were reached under the B.C. government’s 2010 net-zero mandate.

But the two agreements signed are set to expire since they cover from March, 2010 to March 2012, said Selkirk College director of communications and development, Barry Auliffe.

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Trail’s WorkBC Employment Centre introduced a revamped Skills Centre at the beginning of April.

The Skills Centre change-over was created to address gaps in the system. Previously, Trail had eight different employment programs being delivered through six different agencies, B.C. offered 10 and many clients expressed confusion about the uncertainty of the programs. “There was a lot of uncertainty among clients,� said Carol Corbett, the employment and human resources service manager at the Community Skills Centre.

The new model aims to simplify the

process, and aid people through the challenges of unemployment or being underemployed.

The employment program is funded by the province of B.C. and the Federal Government of Canada. “Hopefully it streamlines things for people, and makes it less confusing,� said Corbett.

The Skills Centre and Career Development Services will provide support for people who need additional training, wage subsidies or career advice. There will also be a service offered for victims of abuse through a referral process. “We’re expecting to see 800 people this year,� said Corbett. “And that’s not including self services.�

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caters to people who need case management services, access to public computers and career assessments. In order to be eligible to case management services, applicants must not be in school, work for 20 hours or less per week and be at least 16 years old.

The Skills Centre will continue to offer a number of other programs in addition to the provincial employment program, including the Skills Connect Employment Program for Immigrants, Social Enterprise Solutions, Welcoming Inclusive Communities and Workshops, Training Solutions, Targeted Skills Shortages Program and the Women Creating Change project.

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Record Q1 profits still fall short of estimates THE CANADIAN PRESS Mining company Teck Resources Ltd. reported record-high revenue for its first quarter even as it saw lower prices for several key commodities, including copper, zinc and molybdenum.

However, the company’s coal business helped drive its results as Teck has been working to expand and improve operations at its mines.

Chief executive Don Lindsay said the company remains on track to increase its annual coal production capacity to 28 million tonnes a year. “Our coal production was good considering the fact that it was the first quarter,�

Lindsay said, noting the quarter is traditionally a difficult one for the company.

Teck produced 6.3 million tonnes of coal in its first quarter.

Lindsay said coal production outpaced sales by about a million tonnes for the quarter, but that demand was expected to pick up. “We have come through a weak point in the global steel production cycle. We certain-

“We have come through a weak point in the global steel production cycle.

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To date, Teck said it has signed deals to sell 6.3 million tonnes of coal in the second quarter at an average price of US$202 a tonne.

The Vancouver-based company said Tuesday it earned a net profit attributable to shareholders of $218 million or 37 cents per share for the quarter, compared with a profit of $461 million or 78 cents per share a year ago.

After excluding the impact of a debt refinancing and other items, Teck reported an adjusted profit of $504 million or 86 cents per share in its most recent quarter - a penny short of analyst estimates compiled by Thomson

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Revenue for the quarter was $2.5 billion, up from $2.4 billion a year ago.

The increased revenue came despite a 14 per cent drop in the price of copper in the quarter compared with a year ago. Zinc and molybdenum fell 16 per cent and 18 per cent respectively, while coal gained eight per cent.

Copper revenue totalled $753 million for the quarter, down from $773 million, while coal sales amounted to $1.2 billion, up from $1.02 billion. Zinc revenue was $595 million, up from $574 million.

RBC Capital Markets analyst Fraser Phillips noted the overall results were slightly weaker than he expected due to a higher tax rate and weaker results in the copper business. “The weakness over the previous quarter was mostly due to lower production at Highland Valley Copper versus the previous quarter,�

Phillips wrote in a report that noted the current annualized run rate for copper production is 325,000 tonnes compared

with guidance of 350,000 to 375,000 tonnes.

However Phillips rated Teck an “outperform� with “average� risk, saying it remains one of his preferred mining investment vehicles. “Furthermore, Teck’s zinc operations should benefit greatly from the significant deficit we are forecasting in 2014-2015 as mine closures constrain supply,� Phillips wrote.

Meanwhile, Teck is working on the second phase of its Quebrada Blanca project in Chile.

Lindsay touted the initiative as one of the largest copper projects in the world. “QB2 is a large, world-class resource that ranks among the leading current producers and is arguably one of the best projects available for development in the near term,� he said.

Lindsay also noted that production at the mine could be increased by 50 per cent beyond the current plan.

Teck’s class B shares closed up 52 cents at $35.85 on the Toronto Stock Exchange on Tuesday.

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REGIONAL Crowe grad on track FROM PAGE 1 At J.L. Crowe in Trail principal David DeRosa will be talking to department heads on the particulars surrounding graduation, but he was confident it would happen June 15 for the school’s 153 grads.

He was quick to downplay the teachers’ job action dampening the excitement of Grade 12 graduation. Most of the teachers have been a big part of the lives of the students for the last five years, so they will want to see them through this last portion, he said.

“It’s the best part about being a teacher, when you get to see (students) walk across that stage. And to be a part of it, literally, it is one of the biggest rewarding things you can do as a teacher,” DeRosa said. “The majority of our teachers are there on grad night because they want to be part of that, not because they have to.”

He said the BCTF job action has created a difficult situation for the Greater Trail teachers, but he was confident it would all be sorted out for graduation.

“Most teachers coach and do these extra curricular things because they want to, not because any principal has ever said they should. They don’t get paid to do it, and they never asked to,” he noted.

Despite the vote in favour of curtailment of volunteer activities, the BCTF was supportive of the teams and activities still underway receiving teacher’s help.

“And, to a certain extent, that same wording could be applied to the things we have done with grad, where some of those things have been well underway since February,” DeRosa said.

The two-day graduation will still include the graduation ceremony and convocation on Friday, followed by photos in Gyro Park (in their graduation finery), and the Memory Walk at Cominco Arena followed by the prom dinner and dance.

However, teachers’ job action is affecting some school sports, with parents stepping in to coach teams in some cases.

Colleges to settle finer points of deal FROM PAGE 1 “We are now in the process of starting negotiations on the next agreement,” he said.

According to the Ministry of Education, the colleges will now have more freedom to negotiate the finer points of the next agreement, said Auliffe, albeit with some restrictions, and it would ultimately have to be approved by the province.

“But we are able to sit down and talk about some of the more important issues with the employees,” he added.

The BCGEU has around 135 members with Selkirk, and around 195 in the faculty.

Following local ratification by the two unions, the PSEA board ratified each two-year agreement, which contains items that were agreed to at the PSEA common table in December 2011.

The agreements ratified by the PSEA board also covered Douglas College and the Douglas College Faculty Association, North Island College and the North Island College Faculty Association, and Okanagan College.

The five settlements are for approximately 1,800 faculty and vocational instructors working at four public postsecondary institutions throughout the province.

Collective agreements that expired in 2010 and 2011 continue to be reached under the 2010 net-zero mandate, even as a number of public sector employers and unions in the public service, health and community social service sectors have begun negotiations under the 2012 Cooperative Gains Mandate.

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Cranbrook firefighters battled an early morning blaze as four historic buildings in downtown Cranbrook were destroyed by Tuesday morning’s fire.

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Fire destroys downtown buildings SALLY MACDONALD Townsman Staff

A fierce blaze has gutted four historic buildings in downtown Cranbrook.

Two people were rescued by fire fighters from the roof of one of the buildings before it was engulfed.

The fire started at around 1:30 a.m. on Tuesday at 806 Baker Street, next to Cranbrook Photo.

An RCMP officer on patrol noticed flames coming out of the rear of the building and called in the fire department.

“The police officers were not able to gain access to the building and were driven back by erupting flames, but they were successful in making enough noise to wake the only two known occupants of the building,” said Sgt. Laurie Jalbert of the Cranbrook/ Kimberley RCMP. “After verbal contact was made, the two occupants fled to the roof of

an adjacent building where they were evacuated by the fire deparrment.”

Cranbrook Fire and Emergency Services believe the fire started on the second floor of the building. It quickly spread through a common attic area to the neighbouring buildings.

Four businesses were destroyed in the fire, including OJ’s Antiques.

The hard work of local fire fighters managed to minimize the loss to two nearby businesses, Cranbrook Photo and The Choice.

There was a vacant lot between the buildings that were ablaze and The Choice. At the other end of the block, Cranbrook Photo has a small break between its brick walls and the lost buildings.

“With our community having such a small (fire) department, staff worked all night and were able to safely rescue two individuals and minimize damage to both Cranbrook Photo and The

Choice,” said Mayor Wayne Stetski.

The fire department will spend all day Tuesday on site mopping up the blaze. No cause has been determined yet, but an official investigation is just beginning.

Businesses along the north side of Baker Street won’t have power Tuesday, and the street from 8th Avenue to 9th Avenue will be closed to traffic all day.

“Due to the large volume of water being used by the fire department overnight, residents and businesses may notice their water appears dirty this morning,” said Chris Zettel, the city’s corporate communications officer.

“Residents are advised the sediment in the water is not considered a health concern.

“Residents and businesses should simply run their cold water tap until the water runs clear.”

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Sawmills to be inspected following deadly explosion in Prince George THE CANADIAN PRESS PRINCE GEORGE, B.C. - Workers on the evening shift at a city sawmill were forced to run for their lives after

an earth-shaking explosion and massive fire sent walls crumbling on top of them, killing one person and leaving 10 others in serious or

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After the blast Monday night, colleagues at the Lakeland Sawmill scrambled to help each other, with one saying he used scissors to cut charred clothing off those whose burned skin was dripping.

“It was quite gruesome,” said Brian Croy, first vice-president of the United Steelworkers Local 1-424, in an interview from his home.

“When you walk out, there was guys with their skin hanging off their arms and stuff from being burned.”

Croy said he was

among six people inside the mill’s lunchroom talking about training when the explosion happened.

“That thing came up so fast, so quick. I don’t know where it came from, but it was almost like a cannon going off.

It blew through there. It ended just that quick,” he said.

He said the explosion knocked the lunchroom’s plywood walls down on top of him, but there was a little bit of space between him and the collapsed wall.

The mill’s lights remained on, but dark smoke engulfed him and he had to put a coat over his face so he could breathe.

“I thought: ‘This is it.’ I consciously stuck my face in my coat, eh, and it (the smoke) went

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He and his coworkers got out through the gap in the outside wall created by the explosion. Behind them, smaller explosions went off.

“It’s almost like you were coming out of the war zone. Everything was levelled. I met that one fellow. I think his fingers were blown off, and his clothing, a lot of it was gone. It was burned off and his hair.”

Croy said he asked the injured coworker to follow him and others to a first-aid station, located outside the mill and near a planer.

At the first-aid station, injured workers were sitting on a tarp, holding up their burned arms and hands, he said. Some were moaning but others were in shock and were quiet.

One worker, suffering from burns, refused to sit on a chair, said Croy, because the injuries were less painful if he stood up and bounced around.

Another worker lay on the tarp naked, without any hair and burned black.

Croy said paramedics set up an ambulance station, and he drove a few people to hospital before dropping by the office and then heading home to his wife and grandson.

It took a while, but Croy said he has calmed down and quit shaking.

For a time, five workers were unaccounted for, though authorities now say no one was left inside the burning mill.

Just after 8 a.m. on Tuesday, the Northern Health Authority, which handles health care for the Prince George region, confirmed one person had died.

No other details were provided but the release from the health authority said three patients had been airlifted to Vancouver, a fourth was being treated in Edmonton, six remain in Prince George in serious but stable condition and 13 had been treated and released.

“We’re devastated by the news of this incident and our thoughts are with our employees and their families,” said Greg Stewart, president of Sinclar Group Forest Products.

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THE CANADIAN PRESS OTTAWA, Ont. International Co-operation Minister Bev Oda called her pricey hotel upgrade in London, England, “unacceptable,� apologizing for the extra costs at one of Britain’s poshest establish-

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Oda’s office had already announced she was repaying taxpayers for the cost of switching from one fivestar hotel to the tony Savoy at more than the double the price, but Tuesday was the first time the minister had

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Alberta PC party leader Alison Redford celebrates her win in the provincial election in Calgary, Alta., Monday. Redford led the PC Alberta party to another majority win beating out the new comer Wildrose party.

Redford expects continued co-operation with Harper government THE CANADIAN PRESS CALGARY - Premier Alison Redford says she intends to keep pushing for a national energy strategy now that she has a solid mandate from Alberta voters.

Redford has delivered few details about the plan since first raising it during her leadership campaign last fall, but says she has raised it with Prime Minister Stephen Harper and Natural Resources Minister Joe Oliver, as well as Saskatchewan Premier Brad Wall and Christy Clark of B.C. She says she wants to ensure that everyone is working together to promote the nation’s energy resources, an issue Alberta is deeply invested in. “I’ve had good discussions with Minister Oliver over that, had discussions with the prime minister about that. I think there’s some interesting ideas that we’re going to be able to pursue that are going to allow us to talk about energy as it should be talked about in the best interests of the country,� Redford said Tuesday.

The premier made the comments a day

after her party pulled off its 12th straight majority election win, beating back a challenge from its rival on the right, the Wildrose party.

Prime Minister Harper, who is also from Calgary, has indicated he is “intrigued� by the national energy strategy idea, but has also said that he needs

to know more about it before jumping on board.

Redford said she got a congratulatory call from Harper after her election victory.

She said it doesn’t bother her that some members of the federal Conservative caucus had thrown their support behind the rival Wildrose.

TORONTO - A man who killed his wife should be allowed to collect on her life insurance policy because he was insane at the time, Ontario’s top court ruled Tuesday.

In overturning a lower judge’s decision, the Appeal Court of Ontario decided that public policy, which normally would bar killers from benefiting from their victims’ deaths, does not apply in this case.

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The Feds are targeting unions – who is next?

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he Harper government has a strange approach to openness.

For years, the government has dragged its heels in reporting about its use of public money. Now it is poised to put stringent reporting requirements on organizations that spend private funds, especially labour unions.

Bill C-377 is a private member’s bill that the government has allowed to pass second reading. It proposes to amend the “Income Tax Act,” by subjecting all labour organizations in Canada to onerous accounting requirements. At significant cost to taxpayers, it would load red tape on the government’s political targets.

If Bill C-377 comes into law, we will be able to search online for whether one or another union leader has a company car, for example. But we will be no closer to knowing the true cost of the F-35s or, for that matter, the cost of administering the new red tape.

The last election was called after the government was found in contempt of Parliament for “not supplying sufficient documentation on the estimated costs of corporate tax cuts, proposed crime legislation and

the F-35 fighter jet procurement”. Parliament requested the information as part of its role to approve the use of public money. Thanks to the Auditor-General we have a better idea about what the government was hiding about the cost of the F-35s.

But what else is still hidden and at what cost?

We might ask the public servants about the cost of government programs, but they would have a hard time answering. For years, the government has blocked its employees from speaking publicly about what they do. For instance, government scientists cannot tell the Canadian public about the research that they do and we fund. According to Nature, a leading science journal, its reporters “have experienced directly the cumbersome approval process that stalls or prevents meaningful contact with Canada’s publicly-funded scientists”. Cases range from suppressed research on the ozone layer to a study on salmon stocks.

Why would the government not want us to read about publicly-funded scientific research in Nature?

The government is also notorious for dragging its heels on information disclosure. In a report last year,

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Canadian Journalists for Free Expression gave it the lowest possible grade on access-to-information.

Yet just this week, Conservative members of a House of Commons committee proposed to tighten access-to-information rules on another political target: the CBC. This follows a flood of access-to-information requests, dating from 2007,

by Sun Media against the CBC. The CBC has litigated the requests in the courts, as is its right, and Sun Media has criticized the CBC for not being open. Better not mention, then, that Sun Media, as a private media organization, is not subject to access-to-information rules.

Presumably, disclosure rules should be more stringent for the CBC and the government because they

spend public money. If so, why is the government subjecting privately-funded organizations to public reporting requirements in Bill C-377?

Among other things, Bill C-377 obliges unions to make public the salaries and benefits of every officer, employee, and contractor of the organization.

What other organizations that spend private money are subject to this intrusive requirement?

The Bill also requires unions to give item-by-item reports of spending on conferences, training, legal representation, administration, and other activities. If a union breaches the rules, it will be liable to a fine of $1,000 per day.

Most remarkably, Bill C-377 provides that this mandatory reporting by unions “shall be made available to the public by the Minister”. Usually, taxpayer information is kept private, partly to prevent its misuse by politicians. Bill C-377 appears designed for precisely the opposite. Indeed, the Bill goes even further by requiring that the unions’ information be published on a Government website “in a format that allows for word searches to be performed”.

This is very strange to see in

proposed legislation.

Overall, Bill C-377 seems to be part of a public-relations campaign by the government against privatelyfunded unions. Union members will have to spend their money producing over-thetop accounting reports.

Taxpayers will have to pay a lot of accountants to review and audit them.

And, if unions can be subjected to these reporting rules, why not other organizations that run afoul of the government? Why not a church, a symphony, a soccer club, a small business?

The government’s priority should be to ensure its accountability to taxpayers for its use of public money.

Instead, the government has refused to give information to Parliament, has frustrated access-to-information requests, and has blocked scientists from telling us about their research.

Now, with a majority in Parliament, the government seems intent on using public money to wage information war on privatelyfunded organizations that it dislikes. This twists public accountability into a political weapon.

Gus Van Harten is a professor at Osgoode Hall Law School where he teaches administrative law.

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The numbers don’t add up for Quebec students

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he student protests that have encumbered Quebec for over two months have gained a great deal of attention of late. Yet in the maelstrom of vandalism and violence that the student unrest has unleashed over the government’s decision to incrementally raise tuition fees, a number of issues appear to have been overlooked which are critical to a clear understanding of the debate.

First, of the province’s 460,000 post-secondary students, only 165,000, or slightly more than 35 per cent, are striking. However, since faculties and student groups did not require unanimous consent when they voted whether or not to strike, and since intimidation among students to support the strike was rife, the number of students who actually voted in support of this action is probably less than 20 per cent of the total student body. This is certainly not an overwhelming number.

To put things further into perspective, the faculties that have opted to strike are not those that are known for their thorough grasp of concepts such as how inflation affects the price of goods and services; how to pay top teachers when universities are burdened by their own heavy debt loads; and the need for balanced state budgets.

A perusal through the lists of which faculties and student groups are striking speaks volumes as one quickly recognizes the intellec-

tual and philosophical heft behind this misguided horde is comprised of such faculties as sociology, anthropology, geography, cinematography, and fine arts. Of the 160 university associations that are currently play-

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ing hooky, not a single group from the fields of commerce, finance, accounting, engineering, law, mathematics or administration is among them.

When broken down, the $325 annual increase is less than $6.25 a week. At some of the bars around Montreal where I have seen students celebrating yet another “successful� day of protests, this is less than the price of a drink.

Further to this, in a formidable demonstration of their own general naivetÊ and ignorance of the fundamental economic principles of our society, the striking students have constantly disrupted the lives of working Quebecers who pay the taxes that subsidize their education. They have even resorted to disrupting the government’s Plan Nord meetings about a proposal that will help develop Quebec’s north and bring billions of dollars

into the province. It is precisely these types of illogical acts of navelgazing self-indulgence that make it abundantly clear that the strikers simply do not understand the basic financial issues at stake and how damaging it will be for the future of our post-secondary education system to continue on our current path.

As a law student in Quebec, I am fully in support of the tuition increase and feel that it is long overdue. My faculty at Laval University, along with hundreds of thousands of other students, did not vote to strike largely because we recognize that Quebec is in a perilous financial state and that quality education comes at a price.

The massive debt levels that the province has run up by subsidizing so much of the lives of our citizens are simply untenable.

With the Quebec economy languishing as our workforce productivity slows, our industries remain uncompetitive, and our ageing population struggles under one of the highest tax regimes in North America, we can no longer afford to foot such a large portion of the bill for our spoiled students.

The student protests should also be taken as an important indicator that our university system on the whole is in serious disrepair. This a problem that begins in our high schools, where many students no longer learn the more onerous, but highly important subjects of mathematics,

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Rather than churning out future sociologists and kinesiology grads with limited career prospects, universities should focus on enrolling students in such disciplines as engineering, medicine and the sciences.

Finally, and perhaps most importantly, Quebec must reassess its overall business model, and our universities are a good place to start.

The debt and structural problems that Quebec faces are the culmination of years of unsustainable government spending on unnecessary social welfare programs which have bred complacency and a sense of entitlement among our citizens. The protesting students can crow about the further entrenchment of our financially moribund and administratively bloated European-style social democracy, but the fact is that simply as a practical matter, it’s unaffordable.

With the government now agreeing to meet with students in order to bring an end to the strike, it must be prepared to show more resolve than it did in 2005 in the face of similar action over this issue. If Premier Jean Charest blinks and

lets a small, but vocal group of students win through their intimidation, harassment and violence, Quebec as a society may as well

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Bull-a-Rama is poised to bust out of the chute at the Trail Memorial Centre this Saturday.

The annual bull-riding fest will host 30 of Canada’s top riders as they spur on the toughest bulls in the west, as well as see the Canadian Pro Rodeo’s junior boys steer riders and the back-by-populardemand mutton busting.

“My friend there at the Trail (City) council, Eleanor (Gattafoni Robinson) has been bugging me since we had it about four or five years ago, so we’re going to bring some sheep in and let the kids try it,” said organizer Guy Thompson.

“We’re going to try to make it more of a family event and make if fun.”

The sheep-riding event is open to 15 kids and will run during the intermission.

But according to Trail’s Rec director Tricia Davison, there are still a few mutton rides available.

“We’d love to have some more kids, so anybody that

would like to ride a sheep that is under five (years), and under 55 pounds, give us a call,” says Davison.

The City of Trail organizes the ambitious event, but it couldn’t go on without numerous local sponsors, volunteers and the bull riding crew as well.

“Our regular staff teams and volunteers will be there, but there is a whole host of people that come with the bull-riding production itself,” said Davison.

As well as the bull riders, the event could not get off the ground without stock providers, announcers, handlers, bull fighters, judges, event coordinators and more.

As for local volunteers, Rossland-Trail Minor Hockey, Trail Youth Baseball, the West Kootenay Horseman Society, the Trail Oldtimers Hockey team, the Smoke Eater volunteers and many other individuals help make the event a success.

In addition to the mutton, this year’s event has recruited a new stock contractor, with Franklin Rodeo and Outlawbucker Rodeo Corp bringing in 50-head of fresh bulls.

“We’ve got some excellent, excellent bulls, probably as good if not better (than last year),” said Thompson. “ And it’s just the start of the year, so they’ll be ready.”

With $13,000 up for grabs, the 30 riders will buck off in the long go, with the top eight riders advancing to the short go.

The CPRA sanctioned

event also allows the riders to accumulate valuable points to qualify for the national finals in Edmonton.

Four-time Bull-a-Rama champ, Chad Besplug, won the nationals last October and will be back in Trail to defend his Bull-a-Rama title.

A dozen junior boys steer riders, ages 11-14, will also make the trip, to vie for the coveted steer-riding buckle. Last year’s winner Riley Claypool has moved onto busting broncos, so the title is open for any up and comers.

“All these kids (bull riders) started riding steers, like Kelly Armstrong, they’ve been Canadian champions or made the Canadian finals and moved onto Vegas, but this is where they start.”

Another favourite returning to this year’s event is the Ken McCoy Band who will keep the festivities going at the Barn Dance to follow the bull riding.

Tickets are $22 adults and $10 for children under 14 in advance, and $25 and $12 at the door.

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The Kannibelles are the WKWRDL’s traveling teams and run tryouts every four months. They have three more games scheduled this season, in addition to the Western Regionals in Nelson in June, where they line up against the best teams in Alberta, B.C. and Yukon.

Tonight in WKWRDL action, the Babes of Brutality take on the Valley Vendettas in a low-key midweek battle before another double–header with all the bells and whistles hits the oval at the Rossland Arena on Saturday.

The midweek matches don’t offer the complete package, (no beer garden), but for those on a budget, admission to the game is only $5.

The weekend’s double dip will feature the full-meal-deal with Nelson Killjoys taking on the Gnarlie’s Angels in the first tilt, while the Dam City Rollers throw down against the Bad News Betties in the second match.

For those wanting to get involved, the WKWRDL is hosting another round of fresh meat training.

Registration nights are April 29th, 5 p.m. at the Trail Armouries (1990 7th Avenue, Trail, BC) or May 1st, 6 p.m. at the Rossland Arena (2000 2nd Ave, Rossland, BC). Regular practice nights will be Sundays from 5 to 6 p.m. at the Trail Armouries and Tuesdays from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at the Rossland Arena.

Potential derby divas must bring $5 and a copy of your ID and health card. Gear can be purchased locally at Phat Angel (495 Baker Street, Nelson, BC) or online at www.rollergirl.ca For more details visit www.kootenayrollerderby.com Tonight’s game goes at 7 p.m., while Saturday matches hit the oval at 6 and 8 p.m.

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Bay out with rib injury THE ASSOCIATED PRESS NEW YORK - The New York Mets have put left fielder Jason Bay on the 15-day disabled list, a day after he broke a rib while trying to make a diving catch.

The Mets said Tuesday that an MRI exam showed a nondisplaced fracture on Bay’s left side.

Infielder Zach Lutz was recalled from Triple-A Buffalo.

Bay was hurt Monday night during a double-

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The ball bounced out of Bay’s glove for a tworun double and he landed face-first near the warning track.

Bay left the game a few innings later. The 33-year-old Bay is hitting .240 with three home runs. Lutz was hitting .333 with three homers for Buffalo.

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“You see Adam Deadmarsh’s (serieswinning) goal against Detroit (in 2001) all the time, how important it was at the time,” Stoll said. “Us as a group, we want to make our own history, our own storylines, and follow through with a really great team and don’t let this chance slip away.”

Fruitvale native Deadmarsh’s thrilling overtime goal was the Kings’ best moment of the 21st century until Stoll capped a dominant series with a slick wrist shot past Cory Schneider. After squeaking into the playoffs as the eighth seed in the West, Los Angeles dominated the NHL’s best regular-season team and earned a matchup with secondseeded St. Louis.

“The whole ‘8 versus 1,’ we never talked about that once,” Stoll said. “That was the regular season, and we know we underachieved a little bit in the regular season.

We know we’re a good team, and we knew we could beat Vancouver.

They were the No. 1 seed and the Presidents’ Trophy winner, but that doesn’t mean anything in the playoffs.”

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Messy home, dog-haired clothes not health risks Dear Annie: My sister owns seven cats, three dogs, two turtles and a lizard. They are overrunning her house.

There are random bits of garbage all over the floor, along with used dishes -- both human and pet. When the dogs do their business in the house, she lets it stay there for hours while she gets other work done. The last time I was there, I wiped some food off of the wall, and she said I was being rude.

Two months ago, one of her dogs died. A week later, she bought a new one for $750. I happen to know she now has less than $100 in her bank account. And I worry she might lose her job. Her co-workers have complained that her clothing is sloppy and covered in dog hair.

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How can I make her see the light? -Concerned Sister Dear Concerned: To some extent, your sister is right: This isn’t your business. A messy home and dog-haired clothing may not be your preference, but they aren’t necessarily a health risk. She is depleting her bank balance in order to purchase animals, but then, some people do that with shoes.

There can be a fine line between eccentric behavior that is within acceptable boundaries and behavior that indi-

cates mental illness. We don’t think your sister has crossed that line, but she bears watching. So stop criticizing her choices, but keep an eye on whether her appearance and the condition of her house substantially deteriorate, whether she goes into debt and whether the animals are well treated. And let her know you will be a sympathetic shoulder if she ever needs help managing.

Dear Annie: Our neighbor, “Harvey,” is a homosexual and frequently has various men stay at his house overnight -- sometimes more than one at a time.

Here’s the problem: We have an 11-yearold son, and though Harvey is nice to him and a good neighbor to us, should we keep our son from any association with Harvey?

My husband doesn’t seem to think there’s any problem, but one can never be too safe

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-- Sleepless in Seattle Dear Seattle: Harvey should be treated no differently than any adult neighbor who has frequent overnight guests, male or female, presumably for intimate purposes. You wouldn’t want his casual promiscuity (if that’s what it is) to be something your son emulates in his own life, but we assume you would discuss such things with your child as a normal part of transmitting your values and morals. It has nothing to do with Harvey’s sexual orientation, nor does it make him a greater risk to your son’s welfare. And if your real worry is whether association with Harvey will make your son gay, the answer is no.

Dear Annie: This is for “Not a Mommy,” the woman who doesn’t care to hold someone’s infant.

I, too, am not fond of babies (except for my grandchildren), but

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Wednesday, April 25, 2012 Trail Daily Times

LEISURE

YOUR HOROSCOPE

By Francis Drake For Thursday, April 26, 2012 ARIES (March 21 to April 19) Your home routine definitely will be interrupted today.

Small appliances could break down, or minor breakages could occur. Remember to be extra patient with family members.

TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) This is an accident-prone day for your sign, so slow down and take it easy. Be very aware of everything you say and do. (Allow extra time for wiggle room.)

GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) Keep an eye on your money and your possessions today.

You might find money; you might lose money. Guard what you own against loss or theft. (It’s a challenging day!)

CANCER (June 21 to July 22) You feel rebellious today.

That’s why this is a poor day for important discus-

sions with authority figures.

Instead of listening, you’ll be fighting back.

LEO (July 23 to Aug. 22) You feel restless today. It’s as if you’re not sure what to do first or where to put your energy. Just relax, because everyone else feels a bit like this as well. (It’s a crapshoot.)

VIRGO (Aug. 23 to Sept. 22) An argument with a friend, especially in a group situation, could break out today.

Alternatively, a friend could really surprise you. Be prepared.

LIBRA (Sept. 23 to Oct. 22) It’s not easy dealing with authority figures today, especially female authority figures (including mothers).

Therefore, avoid these discussions if you can. Tread softly.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23 to Nov. 21) Travel plans and anything

that has to do with higher education might be changed or canceled today. Longdistance deliveries will be late. It’s hard to count on things today.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22 to Dec. 21) Keep an eye on your bank account today, because unexpected changes with cash flow and especially shared property, inheritances, taxes and debt are likely. Brace yourself for a few surprises.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22 to Jan. 19) Relations with partners and close friends are pretty bumpy today. Therefore, knowing this ahead of time, relax and keep things light.

Don’t push anyone’s buttons.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20 to Feb. 18) High-tech problems, computer crashes, canceled appointments and staff shortages are likely at work today.

Something will affect your

routine -- that’s for sure. Be patient.

PISCES (Feb. 19 to March 20) This is an accident-prone day for your kids; therefore, be extra vigilant. Be aware of what they are doing and remove them from any hazardous situations. (Romance is rocky today as well.)

YOU BORN TODAY You are very much in this world.

You like to create structures and maintain them. Building

DILBERT

TUNDRA

ANIMAL CRACKERS

MOTHER GOOSE & GRIMM

BROOMHILDA

HAGAR

BLONDIE

SALLY FORTH

something excites you. (You will protect what is valuable.)

You also love the outdoors, and many are interested in horticulture and agriculture.

You genuinely like to help others. Good news! Your year ahead might be one of the most powerful years of your life! Dream big!

Birthdate of: Steve Pinizzotto, hockey player; Stana Katic, actress; Kevin James, actor/comedian.

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The family of the late

(Irene) Joan Brocke would like to express their appreciation for the many cards, phone calls, emails, gifts of food and flowers.

A special thank you to Dr. R. Phillips, the nurses and staff of Poplar Ridge for the many years of excellent care given to Joan.

Thank you to Jordan Wren of Alternatives Funeral and Cremation Services for his compassion and guidance.

To our family, friends and neighbours, your thoughtfulness made this difficult time easier to bear and will always be remembered.

Bill, Glen (Anita), Ron (Jeannie), Beryl, Phyllis, Carol and Families

Help Wanted

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Blueberry

Genelle

Route 308 6 papers 100 St to 104 St

Route 303 16 papers 12th Ave, Grandview Pl

Montrose

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Route 341 24 papers 8th Ave, 9th Ave,10th Ave

Route 345 9 papers 5th St, 8th, 9th Ave Route 348 21 papers 12th Ave, Christie Rd

Castlegar

STUDENT EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES The City of Trail is seeking moƟvated individuals to Įll four summer student placements.

ApplicaƟon forms, including a detailed job descripƟon and details on how to apply can be obtained at the Greater Trail Community Skills Centre, 123 – 1290 Esplanade, Trail, BC, or on their electronic job board: www.communityskillscentre.com.

Route 311 6 papers 9th Ave & Southridge Dr Route 312 15 papers 10th & 9th Ave Route 314 12 papers 4th, 5th, & 6th Ave Route 321 10 papers Columbia & Hunter’s Place 10 papers

The City of Trail thanks all applicants for their interest and will only reply to those selected for an interview. ! !

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ApplicaƟons will be received unƟl Friday, May 4, 2012.

West Trail

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Trail $485,900

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$259,900

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Trail $229,900

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Trail $214,000

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Trail

$89,000

Fred Behrens 250-368-1268

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Preference will be given to those with real estate conveyancing and development experience.

Deliver resume to the attention of Kenneth R. Watson, Spilker Watson & Company, #2 609 Baker Street Nelson, BC V1L 4J3 fax 250-352-6581 or via email kwatson@nelsonlawyers.com

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Annable

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Xeriscaping – Garden with Less Water: Apr 25

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$209,900

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530 Portia Cres.

Sunningdale

$239,000

Glenmerry

$279,000

Great 4 bedroom Glenmerry home, situated on a nicely landscaped corner lot, only steps to school.

Miral Heights

$469,000

‘Better than new’ describes this 4 bedroom quality home on an unbelievable lot in Miral Heights.

Beautiful Ànishing inside & out.

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$239,900

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3 bedroom character home with large fenced yard.

$239,900

Completely done, including furnace, A/C, UG sprinklers, fencing... and so much more!

Glenmerry $139,900

Very affordable Glenmerry townhouse. Make your offer today!

Glenmerry

Fruitvale

Salmo

4 bdrm, 1 1/2 bath. 4 Split level family home, close to school. Open beam vaulted ceilings, oak cabinets, covered patio area, updated furnace, hot water tank & electrical

1 1/2 storey 3 bdrm, 2 bath home located on a large lot. Beautiful HW à oors, Àreplace, french doors & fenced yard. Quick possession available.

Spacious 3 bedroom, 2 bath modular home with newer Ă ooring and freshly painted.

Updated furnace & roof. Located on a large lot on a quiet street.

$224,900

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$229,000

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This home is bigger than it looks! Over 2,600 s.ft., 4+ bdrms, 3 baths & a great location.

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Trail

$299,500

Apt/Condo for Rent

East Trail

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$319,000

Bright & open 3 bdrm home in lower WarÀeld. Big rec room & games room, tons of storage.

Triple garage plus RV parking.

FIND EVERYTHING YOU NEED IN THE CLASSIFIEDS

1148 Bay Ave, Trail

A solid 5 bedroom house for under $100,000! Your mortgage could be less than $500/month.

Beautifully reno’d & decorated home. 3 bdrms, new electrical, plumbing, windows, doors, back yard & so much more. A must to see.

$169,000

WarÀeld

3BDRM., 1.5Bth. $880./mo. +utilities. NP. all amenities, family orientated. 250-3641822

Come on down to Trail and don't worry about the snow.

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Townhouses

Beautiful, Clean and Well Maintained Well maintained 2 & 3 bedrooms townhouse 1, 2, & 3 Bedroom Apartments for for rent or purchase Rent Located by the Columbia located in Shaver’s River in Glenmerry Bench Adult and Seniors oriented, No pets and no No Pets and No Smoking smoking Reasonable Rents, Reasonable prices Come and have a look Phone 364-1822 Phone 250-368-6761 or 364-0931. or 250-364-1922

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Houses For Sale

ROSSLAND, Beautiful 3-Bdrm Pinewood home. $1200/mo.

250-368-1610

FRANCESCO ESTATES & ERMALINDA APARTMENTS

Rentals

NEWLY built, River View Condo’s Downtown Trail, available when? Let our City Councillor’s know it’s time! Build it and they will come.

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WANETA MANOR 2bd $610, 3bd $760 NS,NP, Senior oriented, underground parking 250-368-8423

E.TRAIL, 4bdrm., garage, ďŹ replace, 5-appls. $900./mo. 250368-1610

Glenmerry 2bdrm.

F/S $675/mo. Heat included. 250368-5908 SUNNINGDALE, 3bdrm. . incl. heat & cable. No smoking, No pets. $850./mo.250-362-9679

Continuing Education Upcoming Courses:

Restricted Firearms: Apr 28

Apt/Condo for Rent ROSSLAND GUEST SUITE, private entrance, deluxe ensuite & kitchenette. Newly reno’d. N/S, N/P. Weekly, mo. rate. 604-836-3359

LAWNMOWER BLADES, West Coast seeds, Peat pots, Potting soil. Gadgets & More, Downtown Trail.250-364-0404

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Pest & Disease Control Naturally: Apr 28

Houses For Sale 2008 3bdrm. Moduline @ Beaver Falls Mobile Park. $79,900 OBO F/S D/W 250-367-6054 SUNNINGDALE 1800sq.ft 4bd, 5th unďŹ nished, 2bath, lg rec room, lg kitchen & dining, new roof, furnace, hot water heater, updated electrical, beautiful wood oors, lg garden, storage shelter, lg fenced lot. $249,000 250.364.2155

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STOVE, white, clean, 7 yrs. old. Good condition, good working order. Free, You pick up. 250-362-5149

Contractors HANSON DECKING West Kootenay Agent for Duradek 250-352-1814

Real Estate

Super development potential in a nice residential neighbourhood in Rossland. 100 x 150 lot with 3 bedroom home.

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Wayne DeWitt ext 25 Mario Berno ext 27

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Glenmerry A good, solid family one on one of Trail’s Ànest locations. Full basement features rec. room, 3rd bdrm and 2nd bath.

Great carport, sun deck & separate workshop.

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Nice 3 bedroom home on a large corner lot.

Flat yard, fully fenced. Great for kids & pets.

Must see!

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Fruitvale

$139,900

Priced to sell! 3 bdrm home with full basement on a 50x150 lot in a great location.

Plenty of upgrades started, just needs your Ànishing ideas.

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You will be impressed.

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Montrose

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$209,000

Denise Marchi ext 21 Keith DeWitt ext 30

A solid well built 3 bedroom home on a single 75’ x 100’ lot in Montrose.

Bright and cheery throughout.

East Trail

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Super home in a super location.

Walk to everything!

Newer siding, roof, Ă ooring, furnace and A/C. Call today.

$169,000

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$159,000

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The most solid house in this price range!

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Sunningdale

$429,900

Fabulous 5 bedroom modern home in desirable Sunningdale.

Great size and layout and parking. Must see!

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WEST TRAIL APARTMENTS: 1bdr & 2bdr, ns, shared laundry, newly renovated, rent negotiable.

1 BDR NEWLY RENOVATED: Riverfront, basement suite, downtown Castlegar, f/s, w/d, dw, ns/np, $700/mo. +utilities (or furnished & serviced, $1600/mo.), available Mar. 1. Stacey

For Sale By Owner 2-3 BDR HOUSE,YMIR: F/s, w/d, dw, wood/electric heat, hi-speed/satTV, Feb.1, $800/mo.+utilities.

2BDR BASEMENT SUITE, CASTLEGAR: W/d, np, references, $650/mo. +utilities.

2ND AVE, TRAIL: 1bdr suite, ns, quiet working adult, laundry, garage, utilities included, available now, $750/mo.

3 BDR HOUSE: On 2nd, Trail, close to Gyro, available Jan. 1st, ns, $800/mo.+negotiable.

3 BDR ROSSLAND HOME: All appliances, ¿replace, enclosed garage, $950/mo.

3BDR MOBILE, KRESTOVA: On acreage, wood & electric, w/d, ns/np.

3BDR TOWNHOUSE, GLENMERRY: Clean, appliances, furnished, laminate Àoors, carport, rec room, municipal parking in rear, $1000/mo. +utilities.

6 MILE, NORTH SHORE, NELSON: 2 bdr, for mature adults, ns/np, $900/mo. +utilities, references.

BACHELOR SUITE IN BALFOUR: All utilities included $600/mo.

BEAUTIFUL 4BDR, THRUMS: Acreage, 2.5 baths, ns/np, references required, mature/ responsible, Jan. 1, $1500/mo. +utilities.

CASTLEGAR 1 BDR +DEN BASEMENT SUITE: Walk-out, on bus route, ns/np, $675/ mo. inclusive.

CASTLEGAR AREA 2 BDR MOBILE: Ns/np, $800/mo. +utilities.

CUTE 3BDR FURNISHED TRAIL HOME: C/w dishes, cookware, bedding, BBQ, zero maintenance yard, ++); $1400/mo. includes 5 high end appliances, utilities, wireless internet, HDPVR, ns/np, references required, available immediately.

FOR RENT ON THE EDGE OF KASLO: Small cozy log cabin. Quiet, peaceful, setting suitable for quiet, ns/np, suited for single, responsible person, $600/mo. +utilities.

FURNISHED 2 BDR HOME, SOUTH CASTLEGAR: Now available, $850/mo. +utilities.

KASLO, BRIGHT 3BDR 1.5 BATH: F/s, w/d hookups, close to hospital/school, covered deck, internet/cable included, $850/mo.

LARGE 1 BDR UPPER DUPLEX, HERITAGE APARTMENT, NELSON: Near downtown, ns, w/d, hardwood Àoors, clawfoot tub, covered deck, full sunlight, $900/mo.+utilities, available now, references required.

LOVELY NELSON APARTMENTS AVAILABLE! Some rent controlled, including water & hydro, references required.

NELSON, 3BDR, 2BATH HOME: Airy, close to all amenities, absolutely ns/np, reference required, $1250/mo. +utilities.

ROBSON 3BDR HOUSE: Very clean, big yard, near school, church, bus stop, f/s, ns/np, references, $1150/mo. 250-365-2920(msg).

ROSEMONT BACHELOR SUITE: Available Feb. 1, ns/np, $650/mo., includes utilities, cable & internet.

SLOCAN MOTEL APARTMENTS, $500-$750, fully-furnished, large kitchen units, manager onsite.

SMALL 2 BDR HOME, DOWNTOWN CASTLEGAR: Ns/np, w/d, f/s, $825/mo. +utilities, SOUTH CASTLEGAR: Furnished 1bdr +of¿ce home, available immediately, $800/ mo. +utilities.

THRUMS: 3 bdr apartment, $850/mo. +utilities.

Homes For Rent UPPER KASLO, COZY 1 BDR CABIN: Furnished, beautiful view, ns/np, responsible single adult, reference.

S. CASTLEGAR 2BDR BASEMENT SUITE: Newly renovated, ns, pets on approval, laundry, references, $725/mo. utilities +internet included.

1BDR BASEMENT SUITE, OOTISCHENIA: Quiet single, No pets or smoking, w/d, $600/ mo. including utilities, D.D.-$300.

1 BDR APT: Balfour, fully-furnished/equipped, lake & mtn view, sun deck, ns/np, $695/ mo. inclusive.

1 BDR SUITE, DOWNTOWN CASTLEGAR: Ns/np, references required, $625/mo. utilities included.

1BDR APARTMENT, DOWNTOWN CASTLEGAR: Heat/hydro included, ns, references, $675/mo.

1BDR BASEMENT SUITE, CASTLEGAR: Private entrance, backyard, available Feb. 1, shared laundry, ns/np, references.

2 BDR BASEMENT SUITE: Very large & clean, gorgeous lake view, 15 mins from Castlegar, ns/np, $750/mo. includes electric. Travis, 2 BDR MOBILE HOME, 6-MILE, NELSON: Available immediately, ns/np, references, $950/ mo., includes utilities.

2-3 BDR DUPLEX, SALMO: Available immediately, np, f/s, w/d hookups, $700/ mo. +utilities.

2BDR APARTMENT, CASTLEGAR: Bright, spacious, f/s, laundry, close to amenities, ns np, $725/mo. +utilities.

2BDR HOUSE ON 5 ACRES: 5 minutes south of Kaslo. Looking for responsible, clea tenant(s), $650/mo. +utilities. 250-354-1698 3 BDR HOUSE, NELSON: Newly refurbishe perfect for family, close to schools, $1500/ mo. Contact Colleen or Nick, 250-229-2333 or 250-229-4771.

3 BDR MAIN FLOOR HOUSE, CASTLEGAR Nice, updated, 5 appliances, double garage $950/mo. +utilities. 250-365-5896.

3BDR HOUSE, NEWLY RENOVATED: With large yard, Slocan City, available Jan. 1, $90 mo. +utilities. 250-365-7574.

3BDR MOBILE: In Sunny Bridgeview Cresc Ootischenia, close to all amenities/college, $750/mo. +utilities. 250-365-3733.

3BDR, 2BATH, ROSSLAND: Spacious Heritage home, hardwood Àoors, large priva yard, available Feb. 1. 250-368-1066.

AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY: Newly renovate fully furnished 1 bdr, 1 bath basement suite, centrally located in Castlegar, close to store shops and bus routes, 1 car parking availab cable and internet included, ns/np, $750/mo including utilities. 250-365-6772.

BALFOUR WATERFRONT: 1 bdr apartment all utilities included, laundry, Jan. 1, semi-furnished $625/mo. 604-315-5632/604 926-7362 ffarshi@hotmail.com BRIGHT, SUNNY, QUIET BACHELOR SUITE: In family home, private entrance, newly renovated, ns/np, $595 utilities includ 250-365-1465.

CASTLEGAR 1BDR PLUS DEN: Available immediately, on bus route, w/d, garage, separate entrance, ns/np, $700/mo., utilities included. 250-229-5703.

COZY TRAILER: In quiet nature setting, 15 minutes west of Nelson, in friendly commun $390/mo. includes heat & electric. Sorry, no dogs. 250-359-8280.

DOWNTOWN CASTLEGAR: Renovated 3b apartment, laundry, ns/np, quiet couple/fami available immediately, $1150/mo., utilities included. Rent negotiable. 250-365-4914 (leave msg).

FRUITVALE, 2BDR: Remodeled, w/d, $595/ mo. 250-367-9676.

GLADE 2BDR HOUSE PLUS WORKSHOP Newly renovated, on riverfront acreage, $1150/mo. +utilities. 778-962-0044, rosa101@gmx.de LARGE 1 BDR SUITE: 5 minutes from Nels $1000/mo. utilities included (+extras). 250-8 4767. Available Feb.1.

LARGE 4BDR HOUSE ON ACREAGE, SLOCAN VALLEY: Bright, hardwood Àoors, woodstove, large kitchen, garden, private/qu $990/mo. 250-355-0035.

LOWER KASLO: Nice, clean 1bdr suite in heritage four-plex, close to beach, 2 decks,

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Real Estate SOUTH CASTLEGAR, $159,000: Cozy, renovated, 2bdr house, large lot, f/s, w/d, woodstove/electric, carport, deck, 24hrs to view. *MORTGAGES - GOOD OR BAD CREDIT: Purchases/Re¿nances, 100% Financing, Debt consolidations, Construction, renos, Private Funds. Rates as low as 2.20% oac. Call Krista, 2652SQ.FT. EXECUTIVE HOME: Overlooking the Columbia River on a quiet street in Castlegar. Priced to sell at $349,000.

BRAND NEW RIVERVIEW HOUSE: Granite, timber, cedar, WINTER SPECIAL $299,000. , ESTATE SALE: Cozy 4 bdr, 2 bath, Panabode home on approximately 1 acre in Kaslo, excellent condition, very clean and sound, 2 sunrooms, 2 pellet stoves, main Àoor laundry, paved driveway, walk out basement, $219,000.

FSBO, 2BDR 1.5 BATH, ON HALF ACRE, WINLAW: Near all amenities, for more info

1 BDR WITH DEN: Lots of light in quiet house, laundry/utilities included, South-end, Castlegar, $650/mo.

1BDR BASEMENT APARTMENT, CASTLEGAR: Ns/np, available Feb. 1, $550/ mo. utilities included.

1BDR COMFORTABLE SHOREACRES COTTAGE: Suitable for 1 person, ns/np, available immediately, $550/mo. +utilities.

2 BDR GROUND FLOOR, TRAIL: Updated, quiet, $650/mo. +utilities, Seniors Discount, close to downtown.

2 BDR WALKOUT BASEMENT SUITE, CASTLEGAR: 1 yr old, 5 appliances, galley maple kitchen, laminate throughout, $900/ mo. +utilities. Jan. 15 or Feb. 1, ns/np, references required.

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2 BDR GROUND FLOOR, TRAIL: Updated, quiet, $650/mo. +utilities, Seniors Discount, close to downtown.

BRAN2 BDR WALKOUT BASEMENT SUITE, CASTLEGAR: 1 yr old, 5 appliances, galley maple kitchen, laminate throughout, $900/ mo. +utilities. Jan. 15 or Feb. 1, ns/np, references required. D NEW RIVERVIEW HOUSE: Granite, timber, cedar, WINTER SPECIAL $299,000. , 2 BDR HOUSE WITH GARAGE: 75x110’ lot, zoned commercial, 2 blocks from downtown Kaslo, $199,000. Call 250-353-2595.

906 CEDAR AVE, SALMO: 3bdr, 1.5 bathrooms, double wide modular, 60x120 lot, paved driveway, 2 car carport, f/s, w/d included, natural gas furnace, central air, storage shed, partially fenced yard, $140,000.

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$69,000

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1135 Warren Street, Trail

$129,000

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983 Nelson Avenue, Trail

$189,000

$125,000

A hidden secret. This cute and immaculate 2 bdrm home is tucked away on a private hillside. Wiring and plumbing have been upgraded. Call your REALTOR(R) for an appointment, you will not want to miss this opportunity.

This 2 bdrm home is well updated and ready to move in. Open and modern floor plan with large living room, dining room and open kitchen. Great deck with river and city views. Full basement with room for further development.

Beautifully maintained home with 3 bedrooms on the main floor and a nice open living area, air conditioning, great access and parking. The basement could easily be converted back to a suite & features another living room, a kitchen area, 1 bedroom and a 3 piece bath.

Call Mary M (250) 231-0264

Call Mary M (250) 231-0264

Call Mary A (250) 521-0525

Call Deanne (250) 231-0153

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Immaculate modular home with newer roof, some newer flooring, a/c, large modern kitchen, vaulted ceilings, open floor plan, huge covered deck and low pad rental of $195.00. Call now before it’s gone!

956 Black Bear Drive, Rossland

$369,900

4 bdrm home on 1.6 acres. Landscaped yard, large workshop/garage. Bright sun room with a gas fireplace and a large deck, second kitchen, rec room and wood stove in the basement, double carport and plenty of parking for all your toys!

Call Christine (250) 512-7653

1773 Noran Street, Trail

$117,900

Flat private street, 2 bdrm/ 1bath home, nice floor plan, ideal for couple or single person, low maintenance exterior, private backyard waiting for your love, contact your REALTORÂŽ for a viewing!

$189,900

2+ bdrm home on a corner lot has good size rooms, updated kitchen, office and workshop. A/C, u/g sprinklers, garage and carport on flat, fenced lot!

Call Tonnie (250)-365-9665

$339,000

The right price. The right location.

4 bedroom, 3 bathroom home in Pinewood. Come and see for yourself.

Call Darlene (250) 231-0527 or Ron (250) 368-1162

Call Terry 250-231-1101

Call Mark (250) 231-5591

WE CAN SELL YOUR HOME. NOBODY HAS THE RESOURCES WE DO! Deanne Lockhart ext 41

441 Whitman Way, Warfield

$585,000

This Emerald Ridge home is beautifully planned and finished. The home offers a great floor plan, deluxe kitchen and fabulous hobby room. There is lots of custom woodwork and you will surely appreciate the high quality finishings.

You must see this home to appreciate all it has to offer! Call now.

Call Mary M (250) 231-0264

For additional information and photos on all of our listings, please visit

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Saturday April 28th between noon and 2pm

1250 McLeod Road, Fruitvale

$545,000

Ron Allibone

Christine Albo

Terry Alton

Cell: 250-512-7653

ext 39

Mark Wilson

Art Forrest

Cell: 250-231-5591

mark.wilson@century21.ca www.kootenayhomes.com

ext 42

c21art@telus.net www.kootenayhomes.com

Darlene Abenante ext 23

Mary Amantea

darlene@hometeam.ca www.kootenayhomes.com

mamantea@telus.net www.kootenayhomes.com

Cell: 250.231.0527

$349,000

Tonnie Stewart ext 33 Cell: 250-365-9665 tonniestewart@shaw.ca www.kootenayhomes.com

christine.albo@century21.ca www.kootenayhomes.com

ext 30

1280 Columbia Gardens Rd Fruitvale

Custom build home on 9.93 acres. Gourmet 5 bedroom, 3 bathroom on 5 acres. Creek kitchen, 6 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms. with water rights, easy access, hay fields.

Call Darlene (250) 231-0527 or Ron (250) 368-1162

Cell: 250-231-0153

deannelockhart@shaw.ca www.kootenayhomes.com

Call Art (250) 368-8818

Here are two great acreages to view

2740 Tamarack Avenue, Rossland

$299,900

3+ bdrm 3 bath, South Castlegar home is on a peaceful no-thru street. Upgrades include new roof, high efficiency furnace, hot water tank, laminate flooring, stylish kitchen with stainless steel appliances, trendy bathrooms, A/C, security system.

Call for your private viewing today!

$284,000

Nicely maintained family home on 0.58 acres. Home features 3 bdrms, 1.5 baths, newer gas furnace and new flooring and paint on the main floor. The yard is treed and private, and there is plenty of room for parking. Great move in ready home in a great location.

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2832 Dumont Crescent, Castlegar

204 MacLure Avenue, Salmo

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1490 – 4th Avenue, Trail

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ext 26

Cell: 250-521-0525

Cell: 250-368-1162

ext 45

ron@hometeam.ca www.kootenayhomes.com

Cell: 250-231-1101

ext 48

terryalton@shaw.ca www.kootenayhomes.com

Mary Martin

Cell: 250-231-0264

ext 28

mary.martin@century21.ca www.kootenayhomes.com

Richard Daoust

Cell: 250-368-7897

ext 24

richard.daoust@century21.ca www.kootenayhomes.com