Trail Daily Times, May 18, 2012

FRIDAY

S I N C E

1 8 9 5

MAY 18, 2012

St. Denis caps off memorable season

Vol. 117, Issue 98

110

$

Page 13

INCLUDING H.S.T.

PROUDLY SERVING THE COMMUNITIES OF

ROSSLAND, WARFIELD, TRAIL, MONTROSE, FRUITVALE & SALM SALMO

Hospital’s second access gets second life

CHILDCARE MONTH IN B.C.

BY TIMOTHY SCHAFER Times Staff

BREANNE MASSEY PHOTO

B.C. is celebrating childcare month in May and Sunshine Childcare Centre is a driving force for the community of Greater Trail. Sunshine is committed to providing residents with outstanding services for children and their families. From the left; Samantha Mann, 20, a recent graduate of the Early Childcare Education program at Selkirk College, read stories for a group of four-year-old girls—Celia Drezdof, Nicole Southall, Ify Okonkwo and Emily Maniago.

A second access road to Kootenay Boundary Regional Hospital is getting a second life as Trail city council has resurrected the issue and placed it back on the regional district table.

On May 9 council reaffirmed their commitment for construction of a second access route to the hospital — an issue in the city for nearly a decade — with a letter of support.

In mid-April the Regional District of Kootenay Boundary (RDKB) board of directors made a call for letters of support from all municipalities and electoral areas to see if the project had any appeal, either regionally or just locally.

Trail was the first municipality to sign back on to the proposed $2-million project, but it still has plenty of hurdles and commitments to obtain, as well as determining the city’s annual cost for the venture, said councilor Robert Cacchioni.

He said if the entire region elected to contribute to the undertaking, it would cost Trail $34,583 (23.5 per cent) over the 20-year lifespan of the borrowing, but $64,943 (44.13 per cent) per year if only the seven East End communities — including Rossland, Warfield, Montrose, Fruitvale, and electoral areas A and B — signed on.

“It’s a pretty small amount of money when you consider how important that hospital is to everyone,” Cacchioni said. “My position is I don’t care which number it is. To me, this is something we should be looking at for the benefit of all

See LETTERS, Page 3

BEAVER VALLEY CITIZEN OF THE YEAR

Horsland recognized for dedication to community

BY BREANNE MASSEY Times Staff

Compassion, integrity and dedication to the community pretty much sum up Craig Horsland’s character and commitment.

And with those types of credentials, it came as no surprise that Horsland was named the 2012 Beaver Valley Citizen of the Year.

“I always say that people use big cities and towns use the people,” said Horsland. “Volunteer committees build the community from within.”

Horsland’s name will be familiar to many thanks to the 30 years he spent teaching in the Beaver Valley. Now he serves

IT’S TIME

as an art instructor for the UBC West Kootenay Teacher Education Program offered through Selkirk College.

It’s years of dedication to teaching that has kept him connected to the people and community.

“It keeps me in touch and it keeps me active,” said Horsland.

“You can’t teach what you don’t know. I just try to give (students) a good grounding so that they’re confident.”

Away from the classroom setting, Horsland devotes any spare time to working with senior citizens and restoration projects.

Previously, he volunteered as a summer camp counselor for the

SUBMITTED PHOTO

Craig Horsland will be recognized as the Beaver Valley Citizen of the year on May 25 at the Beaver Valley Curling Club.

United Church and contributed to several specialty art projects.

“I think that having a background in art made it easier to set up museum exhibitions,” said Horsland.

“Museums are for telling stories, it’s the memory of the community.”

Although his passion is art, Horsland organizes and maintains heritage kiosks at the Fruitvale Kootenay Credit Union and the village offices in Fruitvale and Montrose.

He’s also actively engaged in the Beaver Valley Pend d’Oreille Historical society and as a member for the community museum.

“When he sees something old, his eyes light up,” said Art Benzer, former chairman of the Kootenay Columbia Educational Heritage Society. “He just enjoys history, I guess.”

The Beaver Valley Citizen of the Year award will be presented at a ceremony at the Beaver Valley Curling Rink on May 25 at 7 p.m., and is open to the public.

TO LOVE

SEASONAL TIRE CHANGE OVER SERVICE INCLUDES:

Waneta Junction

69

√ Mount & balance your tires $ √ Tires must be installed on vehicle by dealer

Minimum 4 tires to qualify for premium. Applies to most vehicles. †

√ Manufacturer’s check

95†

There will no paper Monday, May 22nd to allow for Victoria Day. Publication will resume Tuesday.

Contact the Times: Phone: 250-368-8551 Fax: 250-368-8550 Newsroom: 250-364-1242

YOUR RIDE AGAIN N

√ Removal of your seasonal tires

No Paper

TOLL FREE 1-888-812-6506 TRAIL 250-368-8295

WWW.KOOTENAYCHRYSLER.COM

A2 www.trailtimes.ca

Friday, May 18, 2012 Trail Daily Times

LOCAL

WEATHER

Going out on a high note Joe Hill Coffeehouse creator Michael Gifford retires after four successful years and 35 shows

BY TIMOTHY SCHAFER Times Staff

Isolated Showers

Cloudy Periods

-PX ÂĄ$ t )JHI ÂĄ$ 101 t 8JOE /8 LN I SATURDAY Sunny t -PX ÂĄ$ t )JHI ÂĄ$

101 t 8JOE / LN I

SUNDAY Sunny Breaks t -PX ÂĄ$ t )JHI ÂĄ$ 101 t 8JOE 4 LN I

MONDAY Variable Cloud t -PX ÂĄ$ t )JHI ÂĄ$ 101 t 8JOE 48 LN I

Salsman Financial Services

Tax Free Savings Accounts Available now!

Call or drop by for more information 1577 Bay Avenue, Trail (250) 364-1515

Town & Country PANCAKE BREAKFAST Eagle’s Hall May 20th, 9am-1pm, $7.00 TRAIL LEGION General Membership Meeting **CHANGED TO SUNDAY, MAY 27TH** 1:00pm Thank You For Attending SISTERS OF COLOMBO Bocce Fun Day Sunday May 27th @Bocce Pits in the Gulch.

Games from 1-5pm Dinner @6:00pm in the Colombo Games Room.

For info: please contact Alicia @250-368-4966 Games &Dinner: $20.00 Dinner only: $18.00 Tickets Available @Alexander’s & Village of Warfield Ticket Deadline: May 22nd

T

he Hill is alive with the sound of music.

Or it will be once again, as the final show of Michael Gifford’s reign at the reins of the Joe Hill Coffeehouse rains down this Sunday at the Miner’s Hall in Rossland (7 p.m.).

The retired school music teacher and multi-instrumentalist was instrumental in establishing the monthly musical meet four years and 35 shows ago, but had been on the verge of folding the show a few weeks ago as he was unsuccessful in sourcing out new musical blood to hand the organizing torch to.

With the recent confirmation Gifford’s work will continue — with the capable quartet of Les Carter, Marti Daniel, Kyle Buckley and David Snider on board — Gifford is bidding farewell this Sunday as the backbone of the coffeehouse.

TIMOTHY SCHAFER PHOTO

Creator of the Joe Hill Coffeehouse, Michael Gifford, will be retiring from organizing the monthly music meeting in Rossland. His final show will be this Sunday at the Miner’s Hall, 7 p.m.

The former music teacher and veteran musician was convinced of his decision to retire, consoled by the fact the goal of providing a locale for the performing arts in the West Kootenay would continue. “I’ve always tried convincing people that music should be in their lives in any way, shape or form,� he said.

It was why he started up the Joe Hill Coffeehouse a few months after he retired from School District No. By the numbers 20 in 2008. He wanted In four years the Joe Hill to create a scene for all Coffeehouse racked up some performers — includbig numbers ing those who may have only played in their Number of paying audience • 2,370, not counting volunteers bedroom to the family Number of sets dog — to share in the • 286 enjoyment and beauty of Number of performers music. • 803 performer appearances “Performers are Number of volunteers always looking for a • Priceless, using around 40 place to perform,â€? he people per show. said. “That was the success of the coffeehouse Source: Michael Gifford and that was one of the main reasons I wanted to get the coffeehouse going was so I could have a place to perform, too.â€?

And what a success it was.

Nearly 2,400 people saw over 800 performers in 34 shows in

ffor You & Your Family

the last four years, mining some of the best musical talent and hidden gems from across the West Kootenay.

Hundreds of people have come forward to perform at Joe Hill who would not have done otherwise — with every single show a “high,� leaving Gifford and his volunteer core with the feeling they had just witnessed the best one ever.

The coffeehouse had the support of the Rossland Arts Council right from the start, and it also had the support of the people, with good crowds of 80 to 150 on any given show. “Never in my wildest dreams would I have thought it would be so successful. On the other hand, it does not surprise me,�

Gifford said.

Gifford operated the coffeehouse like a concert venue, scheduling performers, giving them a defined slot in the evening, and drawing upon a legion of volunteers (around 40) to man sound, concession and door duties to mount a professional monthly show.

As a result, the performers would rehearse for their set well in advance, lending a real concert feel to the evening.

But the amount of hours the

retired teacher had to put into each show was a constant drain on his time and energy resources. When Gifford wanted to step aside and could not find replacements, he announced in March the Joe Hill Coffeehouse was over. “I had no complaints about all of the hours I put into it because it had just been so rewarding, both personally and for all of these other people too,� he said, “but I felt like I was still working and I was supposed to be retired.�

The non-profit, all volunteer run show will offer one more performance in June after Gifford steps down to close out the fourth season, beginning the Gifford-less era in September. “But I will come down and perform at the coffee house once in a while, sure,� Gifford said with a wink.

The May 20 lineup includes the Golden City Fiddlers, Dawn Graham, Kootenay DanceWorks, Wendy Garbe, Doug, Dave and Chuck, Denis Rorick, David Hartman and Keith Simmonds.

The show starts at 7 p.m. on Sunday at the Rossland Miners’ Hall. Admission is $3 for adults, with students and children free.

Trail Daily Times Friday, May 18, 2012

www.trailtimes.ca A3

LOCAL VISAC GALLERY

ZUMBATHON GENERATES FUNDS FOR KRBH FOUNDATION

Artist brings pop culture to life in 3D masterpieces

BY TIMOTHY SCHAFER Times Staff

You could be excused if you thought Angela Duclos’ art had a familiar feel.

Using poplar pop icons from the past, she twists the images together with a contemporary meaning to create printmaking three-dimensional masterpieces.

The Warfield resident and recent UBC Fine Arts graduate’s newest body of work beckons people to experience the familiar, cast in new times, this month showing at the VISAC Gallery in the Trail Community Centre building.

“She layers so much ink … people will come up and try to touch them. It’s almost like a 3-D effect, there’s so much colour and layering onto it,” said Laurie Merlo, the gallery’s executive director.

Duclos manipulates images digitally first, combining a very old printmaking technique with a very modern application.

She plans the image out on her laptop, then transfers it via silk screen with an old fashioned squeegee to the paper.

The “extreme” colour is coupled with jagged edges and ripped seams — and sampled text and pop culture icons from the past and present — to transform the “ferocious and tragic into images of sublime beauty.”

Called “In the Tragic We Trust,” the

show is a statement on the mindset of her generation, Generation X, filled with a burning desire to become famous.

“Anyone can be famous for anything and the mystery of the public figure is slowly dying, that is why I have chosen to focus on “celebrity culture” of the past,” she said in a press release.

“Public figures of the past are foreign to me. I myself did not experience these individuals at their prime.”

Using historical figures forces her to appropriate and combine second hand information in order to represent each person.

“I am obligated to investigate their stories and rewrite these historic events to the best of my knowledge,” she said.

Duclos’ work starts from the early 1960s all the way up to today with Lindsay Lohan, Anna Nicole Smith and any number of reality stars.

“It’s a comment on how her generation’s pop culture is obsessed with train wrecks, in the sense that everybody loves a good train wreck,” Merlo said.

Angela Duclos’ “In the Tragic We Trust” runs until May 25. On May 23, the gallery will present an artist’s lecture from 12-1 p.m., and on May 25, Duclos will close out her exhibition with an evening soiree from 6-8 p.m.

KIMBERLEY

Council considers smoke-free city

BY CAROLYN GRANT Kimberley Bulletin

Kimberley City Council is about to embark on a public consultation process that could result in a bylaw banning smoking outdoors in some public places.

The initiative originates with the Canadian Cancer Society, who contacted the City of Kimberley asking them to consider such a bylaw. A number of BC municipalities have some sort of outdoor smoking bylaw in place, many banning it in parks and playgrounds; others on customer service patios, bus shelters and buffer zones in front of public buildings.

Kimberley’s Operations Committee looked at the request and have now turned it over to the Administration Committee, as the body which will draft the bylaw, to start

public consultation on a potential bylaw.

Council itself is not unified on the issue. Coun. Albert Hoglund said that the Operations Committee had much discussion about it.

Coun. Darryl Oakley says there is no doubt that research proves second hand smoke causes cancer and he agrees with a bylaw around outdoor smoking and he thinks a potential smoke free zone in Kimberley would be the Platzl.

Coun. Bev Middlebrook said that current tourism statistics are not encouraging and the last thing you’d want to tell visitors is that they can’t go outside in the Platzl for a cigarette after a meal in a local restaurant.

There could be a backlash, she said.

However, Council voted to go ahead and begin a public consultation.

NAKUSP

BY CLAIRE PARADIS

Three Grizzlies destroyed

Arrow Lakes News

Three grizzlies were destroyed in Edgewood recently after killing sheep from a local flock.

Bear Biologist with the Valhalla Wildlife Society

Wayne McCrory agreed it was a tragedy, one that may have been avoided.

McCrory would like to see improvements in livestock enclosures in these areas.

McCrory is encouraging people down the lake

Leave a lasting legacy.

Talk to your financial advisor about a donation to the LeRoi Community Foundation or visit our website at www.leroifoundation.com info@leroifoundation.com | 250.368.1443

SUBMITTED PHOTO

Zumbathon 2012, a fundraiser for KBRH Health Foundation’s Digital Mammography campaign, was a resounding success. April Haws, Zumba instructor and Zumbathon 2012 event coordinator, and Heather Avis, assistant event coordinator, were thrilled to present a $27,493 cheque to Lisa Pasin, Director of Development, KBRH Health Foundation. This 3 hour Zumba event raised money through pledges, donations, sale of merchandise, and sponsorships. The KBRH Health Foundation is grateful for everyone’s participation and donations.

Letters will gauge interest FROM PAGE 1 communities around here, not just for Trail.”

The second road is meant to relieve traffic and offer an alternative route, should the main access ever be closed due to an emergency.

The most recent proposed route sends traffic from Goepel Street to Fourth Avenue and up a bank of land toward the current ambulance station.

A former proposed route access was from McBride Street.

In May, 2009 the city completed a traffic survey, around Edgewood to start a Bear Smart program of its own. Bear Smart has already seen one coordinator help put up over a dozen electric fences in Slocan to help keep bears and livestock out of trouble, he said.

counting vehicles taking Goepel Street up to the hospital or the high school during a four-day span. It was found that approximately 2,600 vehicles took the route (both ways) each day on average.

That same year in late March and into April, about 3,000 cars were reported over the course of six days.

This count included Fourth Avenue traffic.

Once the letters filter in to the RDKB, the board will have to determine if the project goes ahead at all, on a region-wide basis or just with East End Services.

Sergeant Arnold DeBoon also stressed the need for people to remove attractants and be vigilant. He reminds people if they see a grizzly to get in contact with the Conservation Officer Service so they can get to

All Joico Aerosol Hairspray or Mousse While Supplies Last

There may also be other support for the project sought.

The RDKB board sent a motion in late April to have the case for the second access put forward to the Regional Hospital board to fund the hospital’s second access.

The second access funding is one of two grant opportunities Trail is seeking under the Gas Tax General Strategic Priorities Fund and the Innovations Fund. Council also proposed a pedestrian bridge crossing the Columbia River (estimated at $6.5 million). the animal before anything happens.

Meanwhile, the diminished flock of sheep was moved to Fauquier, which didn’t prove any safer.

Yet another sheep was lost to a roaming cougar.

2 for 30 $

364-2377 1198 Cedar Avenue

A4 www.trailtimes.ca

Friday, May 18, 2012 Trail Daily Times

PROVINCIAL AQUARIUM OPENS PENGUIN POINT

COWICHAN VALLEY

School district defies province with deficit budget

BY KRISTA SIEFKEN Cowichan News Leader Pictorial

For the first time in 27 years, Cowichan school trustees have adopted a deficit budget.

And Education

Minister George Abbott says he’s ready to remove the board because of it.

“This is all pretty straight-forward,” he told the News Leader Pictorial Thursday morning. “I fully expect

The 8th Annual Am Ford Bocce Classic was a success!

The Colombo Lodge would like to extend a special thank you to: • All the volunteers that contributed their valuable time.

• The following sponsors, without whose sponsorship the event, could not continue.

AM

Teck Canadian Tire Kootenay Savings Credit Union Rossland Trail Country Club The Colander Mario Berno ReMax All Pro Realty Star Grocery

Redstone Resorts Wal Mart Best Western Terra Nova Maglio’s Building Centre

Trail Coffee and Tea Co Ferraro Foods Trail’s End Cafe Arlington Hotel

Gericks Sports Champion Lakes Golf Club Trail Smoke Eaters 23495

they will balance their budget by June 30.

This is not a negotiation with the province.

We are making it very clear to them what they have to do.”

The School District 79 board of education voted 5-4 in favour of the deficit budget — an illegal move under the provincial School Act — during its regular board meeting Wednesday evening at Mount Prevost Middle School.

The budget, termed a restoration budget by the board’s fivemember majority, sees expenditures total almost $3.8-million more than revenue.

The trustees supporting the deficit budget say they hope to work with the Ministry of Education to fill that funding gap, although the ministry has said several times that’s unlikely.

“I’m not unaware there are consequences,” Chairwoman

Eden Haythornthwaite said during the meeting Wednesday evening.

“But I have to tell you that I believe we can talk to the minister ... I believe that if our community stands with us, the minister may listen.”

So far, though, Abbott’s message is clear. “They have until June 30 to reconsider that deficit budget and to provide us with a balanced budget,” he said.

“There are 60 school districts in this province. There is only one that is claiming they’re unable to balance their budget, and even their own superintendent and secretary-treasurer are saying very clearly and emphatically to their own board that there is a viable option to balance the budget.”

Haythornthwaite emphasized that no matter what happens to the board, the district will not be left in the lurch.

“I would encourage

people here, and all our trustees, to worry about our board, because I believe in democracy and I’d very much regret having to go — but sometimes you have to take a strong position.”

Not all trustees agree.

“I don’t see anything changing by us submitting a deficit budget and getting fired,” Trustee Ryan Bruce said.

Trustee Hannah Seymour, however, countered that if the board doesn’t fight for more funding, it’s not representing the people of the valley anyway.

“I have an elder that I consult with and I went to her and said, ‘I’m scared about this.

I’m nervous. Am I doing the right thing? They could fire us. I could be removed,’” Seymour said. “She said, ‘If you keep doing these cuts that hurt children, they’ve already removed our voice. It’s already gone.’”

Barb DeFerro Insurance Broker

presents the ninth annual …

Q

Art of Wine

A

A blend of fine wine, art and food …

Wine Tasting Ý ,QWHUQDWLRQDO DQG %& :LQHV Ý $UW 6KRZ DQG 6DOH Ý 'RRU 3UL]HV Ý $SSHWL]HUV Þ

Saturday, June 2, 2012 7 p.m. ~ 10 p.m.

Colombo Lodge, Trail, BC Dress: Semi-formal

Tickets: $50.00 Starting May 1 tickets are available at …

Anyone under the age of 25 may be asked for ID.

Frosty’s Cold Beer & Wine Shoppe (Best Western Columbia River Hotel), Totem Travel, Star Grocery, Trail; Bear Country Kitchen, Rossland; Fruitvale Pharmacy, Fruitvale; Bubblees, Castlegar

“Proceeds to KBRH Pediatric Ward” CHAMPAGNE SPONSORS

Keystone Appraisals Inc. Real Estate Valuation & Consulting Services

COLUMBIA RIVER HOTEL

What are my options as the owner of a Rented Dwelling?

As an owner of a rented dwelling it is important to understand the cover age available to you.

On the dwelling itself there are two options for coverage: “Broad Form” or “Named Perils”.

A Broad From policy covers the building and attached structures on an “All Risk” basis with a few exclusions. A Named Perils policy lists the speciÀc perils covered. This means the Broad Form is a more extensive coverage.

In the event of a loss, settlement can be based on either “Replacement Cost” or “Actual Cash Value. RC reÁects “new value” and ACV reÁects “depreciated value” on either the building or contents.

Note: There may be certain criteria your dwelling must Àt to obtain certain options.

For your protection it is recommended to carry a minimum of $2,000,000 Personal General Liability. This liability protects you in the event of bodily injury or property damage where you are liable for as owner of the property. It is also recommended the tenants carry a “Tenants Package” that will include a liability limit for losses where they are deemed liable. In these cases their policy can pay for the loss instead of the owners.

Other options include: tenants damage, sewer backup, dwelling glass, rental income protection, landlord contents and outbuildings. With all the options available to you, it is essential you talk to your Broker. Call or visit any one of our eight ofÀces for a no obligation quote.

Visit us online at www.rhcinsurance.com.

RHC Insurance Brokers Ltd. 1331 Bay Avenue Trail BC V1R 4A7 Phone: (250) 364-1285 Email: trail@rhcinsurance.com www.rhcinsurance.com

THE CANADIAN PRESS/JONATHAN HAYWARD

Penguins dive into the water at the new Penguin Point enclosure during the opening of the new exhibit at the Vancouver Aquarium Thursday.

Penguin Point is the new home to a group of African penguins.

Group claims 800-year-old tree chopped down THE CANADIAN PRESS VANCOUVER - An environmental group says an 800-year-old red cedar tree has been illegally chopped down in a provincial park on southern Vancouver Island.

Torrance Coste of the Wilderness Committee says the poachers apparently began hacking away at the tree about a year ago and photos show they continued their work until about two weeks ago.

He says a stump measuring about three metres across is all that remains of the tree. Coste says no one saw the tree being chopped down or dragged across a parking area, where steel cables were left lying around. He says funding cuts have left only 10 full-time park rangers to monitor about 1,000 parks and protected areas across B.C. Blocks of red cedar are valuable as a roofing product.

CHRONIC PAIN MANAGEMENT WORKSHOP Based on the Arthritis Self-Management Program, this workshop introduces particpants to self-management skills and the principles of pain management.

DATE:

FRIDAY, JUNE 1, 2012

TIME:

9:30 am - 12:00 noon

VENUE: Salmo Medical Clinic COST:

FREE

To register call toll free 1.866.414.7766

www.arthritis.ca

Trail Daily Times Friday, May 18, 2012

www.trailtimes.ca A5

NATIONAL

THE CANADIAN PRESS WINNIPEG - A man who beheaded and cannibalized a fellow passenger on a Greyhound bus in Manitoba has won his bid to leave the grounds of the mental hospital where he is being kept.

A Criminal Code review board has ruled that Vince Li’s treatment team may grant him short escorted trips into Selkirk.

The review board says the passes will start at 30 minutes and increase incrementally to a maximum of full days.

The board also says the passes should only be granted if Li’s treatment team believes his condition is stable and that it would be “appropriate and safe for him to leave the locked ward.�

Li will have to be escorted at

all times by a staff member and a security officer.

Li was found not criminally responsible for the July 2008 death of Tim McLean, a young carnival worker who was sitting next to Li on a bus near Portage la Prairie.

Li was initially confined to a locked wing of the Selkirk Mental Health Centre, but in 2010 was given the right to escorted walks on the hospital grounds.

Li’s psychiatrist says the 44-year-old has responded well to treatment and asked the review board earlier this week to let Li take trips into town.

The Crown did not oppose the idea, but the victim’s mother, Carol DeDelley, said Li should never be allowed out in public.

Senior police to face G20-related charges THE CANADIAN PRESS TORONTO - Several senior Toronto police officers are likely to face misconduct charges related to the G20 summit two years ago, a source familiar with the situation said Thursday.

The charges would come at the urging of Gerry McNeilly, head of Ontario’s police watchdog, who issued a stinging report this week on G20 policing. “He believes that there is sufficient evidence against some senior officers, and so he has directed (disciplinary) hearings,� said the source, who asked not to be identified because he was not authorized to speak. “Those (hearings) have to go to the (Police Services) board for approval.�

The board has to OK the hearings because more than six months have passed since the officers committed the alleged offences.

Police Chief Bill Blair has not yet asked for the time extension because the complaints against the four or five senior officers only arrived on his desk in the past few days, the source said. “If the board grants the extension, then people appear at hearings charged with offences under the

Police Services Act,� the source said.

The specific nature of the allegations were not clear.

In his systemic-review report Wednesday, McNeilly, of the Office of the Independent Police Review Director, blasted police for “blindly� following orders at the G20 that led to the what he called civilrights abuses, illegal detentions, and the excessive use of force.

He also said he had substantiated more than 100 complaints against individual

officers and referred them for hearings, which carry maximum penalties of dismissal from the service on conviction.

Blair noted this week that the police union had lost its court battle to stop the charges from proceeding because the six-month limit had passed.

The June 2010 summit was marred by vandals who smashed windows and set police cruisers on fire as well as by mass arrests, including those of innocent bystanders.

WALMART CORRECTION NOTICE Our flyer distributed on May 16 - 18 and effective May 18 - 24: P. 6: We advertised the Mainstays 6-Pc. Patio Set (#30248324) at $176 and the Wentworth 9-Pc. Dining Set (#30251070) at $426 as being on Rollback. This was advertised in error.

These items are not on Rollback. The advertised prices are correct.

We apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused.

2012 CIVIC RECEPTION The Civic Reception to honour City of Trail Pioneers, Oldtimers and Native Sons and Daughters will be held on Friday, May 25, 2012 from 1:00 to 3:00 pm in the Trail Memorial Centre Gymnasium. All of our honoured Pioneers, Oldtimers and Native Sons and Daughters are invited to attend the tea.

If you are 65 or older, a resident of Trail for at least 40 years and currently residing in Trail, you are invited to attend.

For those seniors who have not registered in previous years for the Pioneer List, you may register by telephone by calling Sandy Lucchini at Trail City Hall at (250) 364-0809.

Federal study suggests relocating EI recipients to other regions THE CANADIAN PRESS OTTAWA - A new study from the Human Resources Department suggests Ottawa is looking at ways to get people receiving employment insurance to move to other regions with more jobs.

Such measures would go beyond the Harper government’s new policy that appears to require that some EI recipients take unfilled jobs but only in their own region.

A focus group study, completed in January, asked 75 people on EI in Quebec and Atlantic Canada what would it take to get them to move to regions where there are more jobs available.

The research, ordered last June shortly after the Conservatives were elected with a majority, required the survey company to determine “what type of migration incentives could encourage EI clients to accept a job that requires a residential move?�

Sage Research Corp. reported that the EI clients in Rouyn-Noranda, Que., Corner Brook, Nfld., Miramichi, N.B., and Yarmouth, N.S., all reacted positively to some proposed financial incentives, such as reimbursement for 5)& ,005&/":n4 05& &/":n4 0/-:

moving expenses or for travel costs to a job interview.

One “concept is to reimburse moving expenses for unemployed people who have moved and found a permanent job in another region,� says the final report, obtained by The Canadian Press under the Access to Information Act. “There was a degree of positive reaction to this concept as an incentive from a number of participants.�

The study did not explore whether the prospect of being cut off from EI benefits might also encourage a move to other regions, but focused instead on cost reimbursement.

The issue of EI changes has dominated debate in Parliament this week, with Finance Minister Jim Flaherty suggesting sweeping reforms that could include requiring EI recipients to take lowlevel jobs outside their skills and work experience.

Human Resources Minister Diane Finley has tried to douse the controversy by saying the reforms would not require EI recipients to take jobs outside their regions or beyond their “skill sets.�

However the proposed amendments,

buried in the government’s omnibus budget bill, contain no details or definitions, simply empowering the minister to change regulations without parliamentary scrutiny.

A spokeswoman for Finley tried to distance the minister from the newly released study. “This research was commissioned by the department without the knowledge of the minister,� Alyson Queen said in an email. “We have been quite clear that the intent of the improvements we are making to the Employment Insurance program are to connect Canadians with local jobs opportunities, in their area.�

Queen added: “We were not even aware of this report or the research being conducted. “It was not commissioned by us and was not a part of our policy considerations.�

But Saskatchewan’s premier suggested measures to promote mobility are indeed on the federal EI agenda. “There are ... some

built-in disincentives for people in certain parts of the country to go where there is a labour shortage in other parts of the country,� Brad Wall said at the legislature in Regina on Thursday. “So we’re hearing in principle anyway that they’re looking at those changes and that they may be announcing something soon.�

A researcher with the Mowat Centre, a Toronto-based think tank, said the study’s examination of socalled “mobility grants� is indeed out of step with the government’s recent policy statements on EI changes.

But Jon Medow also noted the Harper government’s new labour policies are already inconsistent, allowing some employers with unfilled jobs to pay temporary foreign workers wages up to 15 per cent below prevailing rates, further reducing the attractiveness of the often low-level work for Canadians on EI. “It seems pretty incoherent,� he said in an interview.

The Colander presents...

%*(*5"- % %*(*5" 5".07*& 5)&"53& .07*& & 5

.BZ

5IF "WFOHFST % *T #BDL

Trail’s Full Service Catering Facility Specializing in... • Dinner Meetings • Cocktail Parties • Weddings • Reunions • Parties

For Groups of 60 to 200 People...

'SJ 5IVST QN OJHIUMZ

• Smorgasbords • Full Dinners • Hors D’Oeuvre Parties MET OPERA SIEGFRIED RESCHEDULED TO MAY 19 9:00AM #BZ "WF 5SBJM )PVS XXX SPZBMUIFBUSFUSBJM DPN

And of Course, the Finest in Italian Food Catering r '6--: -*$&/4&% r For Information Call the Colander 250-364-1816

9390

Man who beheaded bus passenger granted trips into community

A6 www.trailtimes.ca

Friday, May 18, 2012 Trail Daily Times

OPINION Published by Black Press Monday to Friday, except statutory holidays SECOND CLASS MAIL REGISTRATION #0011

1163 Cedar Avenue Trail, B.C. • V1R 4B8 OFFICE Ph: 250-368-8551 Fax: 250-368-8550 NEWSROOM 250-364-1242 SALES 250-364-1416 CIRCULATION 250-364-1413

Barbara Blatchford PUBLISHER, ext. 200 publisher@trailtimes.ca

Guy Bertrand EDITOR, ext. 211 editor@trailtimes.ca

Tammy Crockett OFFICE MANAGER, ext. 205 accounting@trailtimes.ca

Better thinking can solve some health and labour woes Michelle Bedford CIRCULATION MANAGER, ext. 206 circulation@trailtimes.ca

Timothy Schafer REPORTER, ext. 212 reporter@trailtimes.ca

Breanne Massey REPORTER, ext. 208 newsroom@trailtimes.ca

Jim Bailey SPORTS EDITOR, ext. 210 sports@trailtimes.ca

Dave Dykstra SALES ASSOCIATE, ext. 203 d.dykstra@trailtimes.ca

Lonnie Hart SALES ASSOCIATE, ext. 201 l.hart@trailtimes.ca

Jeanine Margoreeth NATIONAL AND CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING CLERK, ext. 204 nationals@trailtimes.ca

Kevin Macintyre PRODUCTION MANAGER, ext 209 ads@trailtimes.ca

Shannon Teslak PRODUCTION, ext 209 production@trailtimes.ca

All rights reserved. Contents copyright by the Trail Daily Times. Any reproduction of material contained in this publication in whole or in part is forbidden without the expressed written consent of the publisher. It is agreed that the Trail Daily Times will not be responsible for errors or omissions and is not liable for any amount exceeding the cost of the space used and then only such portion where the errors actually appeared. We reserve the right to edit or reject any submission or advertisement that is contrary to our publishing guidelines.

P

rovincial governments are on to one of their favourite health care topics again – putting a lid on doctors’ salaries.

I will leave it to others to debate what level of six-figure compensation is just for spending the first 30 years of your life studying and training, and the next three or four decades listening to people complain while looking at naked parts of their bodies better left clothed.

However, one measure of reasonableness – whether you are talking proctologists or plumbers, teachers or typists – is how long the line-up is to get into the club.

Another aspect of health care that is of concern to governments is efficiency – how to wring more service out the system to slow the rate of growth of the mountain of tax dollars needed to support it.

But my first extensive experience with the system as a patient has me wondering not about the efficient use of medical personnel and facilities but rather of the patients themselves, who are the system’s primary inputs and outputs.

After presenting my complaint to my general practitioner, the usual battery of tests and specialist visits followed over the ensuing months. This all culminated with a diagnosis and prescribed course of treatment, which makes me luckier than those whose problems are beyond the limits of current medical science.

The service I received from doctors, nurses, technicians and administrative staff was polite, skilled and, where needed, caring.

Ironically, the one problematic experience was the only test I actually had to pay for. This involved multiple visits to the hospital, disappearing or garbled data, and finally a trip to Nelson to have the test redone one more time.

Since I am retired and the hospital is nearby, none of this was a burden to me. But I wonder about people who have to book time off work and drive in from Thrums or beyond for each and every test and appointment.

Computers have for decades been able to track thousands of airline flights each day and, with a few keystrokes, steer customers through this maze to their

RAYMOND

MASLECK Ray of Light

destination with the fewest stops possible.

Why can’t similar technology be put to work when multiple tests are ordered for a patient?

With a much-discussed labour shortage looming, more efficient use of both the health care system’s and its patients time would make some contribution to solving the problem.

••• As for that labour shortage, it clearly hasn’t hit this region yet as the latest figures indicate that the unemployment topped 10 per cent last month.

The federal government is looking to do something about the paradox of some employers begging for workers while too many people are unemployed

by changing employment insurance rules to push claimants into jobs they are not keen to take. (“We have no openings for carpenters, but there are entry-level positions for chicken pluckers.”)

At the same time, the Harperites intend to revamp immigration policies to focus on skilled people to fill all those jobs designing and building the next bitumen extraction and processing project in Alberta.

This looks like a new kind of colonialism. While England and Germany can probably spare a few engineers and pipefitters, I don’t foresee a stampede of skilled people from developed nations arriving in Canada.

Instead it will be developing and underdeveloped nations like India and Nigeria that will be tapped, places that can ill afford to train and lose skilled people to the first world economies.

Meanwhile, Selkirk College is being forced to cut university transfer courses to balance its budget, making post-secondary education less affordable to local students who will have to relocate to larger centres

earlier than planned.

When my peasant grandparents stumbled ashore early in the last century, no one asked them how many years of education they had or sent them home at the end of the farming season to await a chance to return as a migrant worker the following year.

They cleaned steam engine boilers, failed at farming rocky pieces of ground, and persevered at whatever other jobs they could find while building a better future for their children and grandchildren.

Canadian governments and corporations should be training more people rather than simply looking to poach them from elsewhere. Gordon Lightfoot once sang of how, “to this verdant country they came from all around.

“They sailed upon her waterways and they walked the forest tall And they built the mines, the mills and the factories for the good of us all.”

Since then, the world has gotten a lot smaller. Some days our vision seems to have shrunken as well.

Raymond Masleck is a retired Trail Times reporter.

Trail Daily Times Friday, May 18, 2012

www.trailtimes.ca A7

LETTERS & OPINION

P E P P E R C O R N

STEAKHOUSE

&

Canadian kids going hungry

Best of the Best Chicken.Steaks.Seafood

P

Reward Yourself

racticing as an infectious that far too many Canadian childisease specialist at one dren are hungry because their time, I was alerted to families lack access to adequate early warnings about and nutritious food. threats to the public’s health from Food Secure Canada estiinfectious agents. Immediate mates that almost 2.5 million response was expected – and Canadians live without secure provided – by our strong public access to food. health infrastructure.

While an infectious disease But at the children’s hospital poses an immediate threat with where I now work, a group of long-term health consequences us meet regularly, if informally, (if almost exclusively in adults); about another pressing public unquestionably, the consehealth threat – quences of hunger hunger. and food insecuWe live in one rity in childhood of the wealthiest are similar. countries in the Why should world. But hunger we be concerned? is something that Many pediatriwe at the hospital cians with comincreasingly see munity practices among the famitell us that finding ELIZABETH lies that bring the money to feed their children to the children is the us for medical top problem faced Troy Media attention. by many parents This past week was hunger they meet. We see children awareness week in Canada whose parents struggle with and for 10 days from May 6, poverty. We admit proportionthe United Nations Special ately more children from high Rapporteur on the Right to Food poverty neighbourhoods to hosmade a formal country mission pital than from other neighbourvisit to Canada. It was the first- hoods, and the children from ever visit to a developed nation poorer neighbourhoods stay in

by Olivier de Schutter, a Belgian the hospital longer. law professor who became speWe know that childhood huncial rapporteur in 2008. ger – which of course is linked to As a signatory to both the poverty – has long-term impacts Universal Declaration of on physical and mental health.

Human Rights (1948) and For healthy growth and the International Covenant on development, children need sufEconomic Social and Cultural ficient nutrients. Deficiencies of Rights (1976) Canada has a even small amounts during this legal obligation to “respect, pro- important period could have tect and fulfil the right to food.� long-term health consequences.

It’s my hope that this visit – As a recent report from and the recommendations in the Toronto’s medical officer of report that de Schutter will sub- health states: “Children who sequently produce – will throw a live in food insecure households spotlight on the disturbing truth are more likely to have growth

LEE FORDďšşJONES

and developmental problems, be susceptible to illness and perform poorly in school, compared to children who are food secure.�

Adequate nutrition is also a key issue when it comes to mental health among youth.

Psychiatrists speaking at the request of community youth in one of our Priority Neighbourhoods advised that the first two mental health questions that should be asked of young people are: “How did you sleep last night?� and “Have you eaten today?�

We know that in the Greater Toronto Area, the use of food banks is increasing rapidly, a key reason being that housing costs are eating up a growing proportion of family income.

Initiatives are underway to help physicians and other health care providers better link families to resources such as food banks and government services.

But while there is a perception that food banks – as well as programs like school and community meal programs, community gardens and kitchens – are providing the needed response to food needs, Canadian research challenges this notion.

The UN Special Rapporteur presented his preliminary findings on food security in Canada on Wednesday in Ottawa. It’s my hope that this will put child hunger squarely on the political agenda in Canada — and galvanize action to eliminate it.

Dr. Elizabeth Lee Ford-Jones a Paediatrician specializing in social paediatrics and Project Investigator at SickKids and Professor in the Department of Paediatrics at the University of Toronto.

There are no bad jobs, even for politicians An editorial from the St. John’s Telegram Bear with us for a moment, and understand that some of this is tongue-in-cheek. But there’s a side to the federal government’s plan to revamp rules in the employment insurance system that we should really stop to consider.

Right now, the Harper government has not explained the particulars, but they are telegraphing a plan to tighten up rules and make it harder to obtain EI if there are jobs available - any jobs.

Essentially, you might be trained as a microbiologist, but if you’re laid off and there’s a minimumwage job trimming Christmas trees, you’ll have to take it. “I was brought up in a certain way. There

is no bad job,� federal Finance Minister Jim Flaherty said in a speech on Monday. “The only bad job is not having a job.�

The feds argue that immigrant workers are being brought in to do low-skill jobs in this country, even in areas of high unemployment.

EI, so the argument goes, is just too generous. But let’s return to the argument that there are no bad jobs, and that the only bad job is not having one.

One of the enduring reasons that we’re told we have to pay our politicians top dollar and provide them with massive pensions that they pay only pennies for, and huge severance payments when they retire or are defeated - is that, as a result of going into politics, their economic abilities are

stifled.

When they lose in an election or quit, it is supposed to be difficult for them to find the kind of employment and income to which they have become accustomed. Being an ex-politician, apparently, means you can’t find the kind of job you might otherwise deserve and might get stuck in a bad job that doesn’t pay the amount you feel you should get.

But wait a minute: the bar is in the process of being moved. If you remember, there are no bad jobs.

Now, chances are, a retiring Jim Flaherty will find himself choosing between banking vice-presidentships, possible patronage plums and a variety of corporate directorships - clearly, no need for

severance or taxpayerfunded pension there, although he would still qualify.

But even if the jobs lottery turns unkind, there is probably nothing in the hiring qualifications that would prevent Flaherty from gaining meaningful employment flipping burgers.

Think of the possibilities: Environment Minister Peter Kent as a duck-washer in a Fort McMurray waste pond.

Bulldog Foreign Affairs Minister John Baird as a Wal-Mart greeter. Lock’em-up-and-toss-awaythe-key Public Safety Minister Vic Toews working with the John Howard Society to reintegrate offenders into Canadian society.

And all without the benefit of a postemployment safety net.

Because that’s what they want, right?

OPEN DAILY

BAR

Columbia River Hotel BEST STEAKS 1001 Rossland Ave

250.368.3355 Trail BC

ate Home, RenovYour e,, enovate R Your Life!

Cloverdale Paint Window Coverings Hardwood Carpet Linoleum Laminate Ceramic Tile

Helping you turn your house into a home...

364-2537 4530

ZCH BMO China Equity ........................ 11.27 BMO Bank of Montreal........................... 55.02 BNS Bank of Nova Scotia....................... 51.71 BCE BCE Inc ............................................... 40.99 CM CIBC...................................................... 70.48 CU Canadian Utilities .............................. 69.02 CFP Canfor.................................................. 10.98 ENB Enbridge Inc ...................................... 40.13 ECA EnCana Cp ........................................ 19.90 FTT Finning Intl Inc ................................... 24.04 FTS Fortis Inc .............................................. 33.23 VNP 5N Plus Inc ...........................................2.82 HSE Husky Energy Inc ............................. 22.19

MBT Manitoba Telephone....................... 33.98 NAE Nal Energy Corp ...............................6.57 NA National Bank of Canada ............... 72.23 NBD Norbord Inc .................................... 11.58 OCX Onex Corp ..................................... 38.32 RY Royal Bank of Canada ....................... 51.96 ST Sherrit International ..............................5.23 TEK.B Teck Resources Ltd. ................... 30.05 T Telus ............................................................ 60.01 TD Toronto Dominion ............................ 77.65 TRP TransCanada Cp ............................... 42.19 VXX Ipath S&P 500 Vix ........................... 21.42

Norrep Inc.................................................... 11.20

AGF Trad Balanced Fund............................5.66

London Gold Spot ..................................1573.5 Silver .............................................................28.000

Crude Oil (Sweet)..................................... 92.60 Canadian Dollar (US Funds) ................0.9815

! " # $

% & $ # #%% !& #,$ # #/ " $ ) #! & & %#$ & $ .! ( & / - * ) $ ' * & * + #' & ( '$" $ #&( % $#%$ *' ! # (#,*#$ - *! # % #, *$*!

'

( ( '$" $ &( ' !'

0 123 456 4646 0 7 622 456 4646 ))) %# #%% !& % "

!"#$ % $# & $ ' #&( !$ ' " $ ' &!#) ! " ' *!% ' + , ( & $ + ! , #+, +*$ $ #%%*!#%- # & % "., $ '' $ !"#$ ' $ /*#!# $ & ! .! ( & / $ & $ #*$ ! ! # #%% !& * $- !. #''*" # - , #+ , $- ' !"#$ ' / ( #' $ &#$ #.. #! / $ ' #&( !$ ' " $ # & $ ! $ #*$ ! ! # #%% !& * $- !. #''*" # - +, /#$ $ *.&#$ $ !"#$ ! #&( ' *!$ ! & ( , ." $' ! ,#$ / !"#$ .! ( & & !

A8 www.trailtimes.ca

Friday, May 18, 2012 Trail Daily Times

PEOPLE DONNA SUMMER

OBITUARIES MELNYCHUK, DR. ALEX — It is with great sadness that we announce that long-time Trail doctor, husband, father and friend Alex Tom Melnychuk has passed away on May 13, 2012, 8:00 pm at the Kootenay Boundary Regional Hospital, with his family at his side.

Alex was born in Willingdon, Alberta, and grew up in Two Hills, Alberta; the seventh son in a family of eight sons. He earned his medical degree from the University of Alberta. He met his wife Gayle, in Edmonton and they were married in 1970. They welcomed their first daughter, Janis, born in Edmonton, and second daughter Maggie, born in Calgary. Alex and Gayle decided to bring their young family to Trail, and Alex has practiced family medicine here for the past 37 years.

Alex enjoyed Sunday drives to the Pend D’Oreille, hunting, hockey, bird-watching, reading and gardening. He took great pride in his Waneta property, its gardens, trees, chickens and tranquility. In 1996 Alex was awarded the St. John’s Ambulance National Priory of Canada award for 20 years of community service to the Trail Smoke Eaters Hockey Club as volunteer team doctor.

Alex loved spending time with his family and extended family, especially annual golf trips with his brothers.

He will be greatly missed by his wife of 42 years Gayle, daughters Janis Melnychuk, Maggie (Mike) Balfour, his grandson Alec John Balfour, his six surviving brothers and their families, his colleagues and all of the staff and patients at his clinic, Columbia Family Medicine, Trail Regional Hospital, and all of the other medical facilities that Alex worked at in the Trail area.

Gayle, Janis and Maggie would like to thank Drs. Hii, Falconer and Toews for the wonderful care provided to Alex. Dear thanks also to the caring and professional nurses and staff on 3rd floor medical, and for all of the love and care from Alex’s many colleagues and our friends over that past two very difficult months.

A Celebration of Alex’s life will be planned and announced at a later date. Al Grywacheski

of Alternatives Funeral and Cremation Services™ has been entrusted with arrangements.

As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made in Alex’s name to the Kootenay Boundary Regional Hospital Health Foundation at 1200 Hospital Bench, Trail, BC V1R 4M1 or online at www.kbrhhealthfoundation.ca You are invited to leave a personal message of condolence at the family’s online register at www.myalternatives.ca *** FENTON, DR. LARRY — Born April 30th, 1934. Set free on May 12, 2012 after 16 years of being trapped by Huntington Disease.

He practised as a family physician for 36 years and loved his work.

Every patient was important and he gave tirelessly. Predeceased by his son, Christopher. His family; wife, Rondeau; daughter, Jennifer; sons, Doug and Tim; their spouses, Mark, Marlene and Vicki; the grandchildren, Courtenay, Dakota, Riley, Roan and Tara; sister, Sheila and brother, Vasey are saddened but happy, that he can, once again, live on.

His inner strength over the past few years was inspiring and his family give him their hearts and rejoice in his release.

Thanks to all the staff at the Chemainus Health Care Centre, and Dr. Manhas who have cared so much and made his life more bearable these past four years.

A celebration of Larry’s life will be held in late June.

Donations in his memory may be made to: Huntington Society of Canada 151 Frederick St. Suite 400 Kitchener, ON N2H 2M2 Chemainus Health Care Foundation Box 462 Chemainus, BC V0R 1K0 FIRST MEMORIAL FUNERAL SERVICES Duncan, B.C. Condolences may be shared online at www.dignitymemorial. com *** MCKELLAR, BRUCE DOUGLAS — passed away V.G.H. Palliative Care Unit April 15, 2012.

There will be a celebration of Bruce’s life on Saturday, May 26 at 12:45pm at the beautiful Celebration Hall ,Mountain view Cemetery, 5455 Fraser St, Vancouver. A reception will follow there till 4pm.

Singer known as Queen of Disco THE ASSOCIATED PRESS NEW YORK - Like the King of Pop or the Queen of Soul, Donna Summer was bestowed a title fitting of musical royalty - the Queen of Disco.

Yet unlike Michael Jackson or Aretha Franklin, it was a designation she wasn’t comfortable embracing.

“I grew up on rock ‘n’ roll,” Summer once said when explaining her reluctance to claim the title.

Indeed, as disco boomed then crashed in a single decade in the 1970s, Summer, the beautiful voice and face of the genre with pulsating hits like “I Feel Love,” ”Love to Love You Baby“ and ”Last Dance,“ would continue to make hits incorporating the rock roots she so loved.

One of her biggest hits, ”She Works Hard for the Money,“ came in the early 1980s and relied on a smouldering guitar solo as well as Summer’s booming voice.

Yet it was with her disco anthems that she would have the most impact in music, and it’s how she was remembered Thursday as news spread of her death at age 63.

Summer died of cancer Thursday morning in Naples, Fla., said her publicist Brian Edwards.

Her family released a statement saying they “are at peace celebrating her extraordinary life and her continued legacy.”

It had been decades since that brief, flashy

THE CANADIAN PRESS/AP-ODD ANDERSEN

Donna Summer, the Queen of Disco who ruled the dance floors with anthems like “Last Dance,” “Love to Love You Baby” and “Bad Girl,” has died. Her family released a statement, saying Summer died Thursday. She was 63. moment when Summer was every inch the Disco Queen.

Her glittery gowns and long eyelashes.

Her luxurious hair and glossy, open lips. Her sultry vocals, her bedroom moans and sighs.

She was as much a part of the culture as disco balls, polyester, platform shoes and the music’s pulsing, pounding rhythms.

Summer’s music gave voice to not only a musical revolution, but a cultural one - a time when sex, race, fashion and drugs were being explored and exploited with freedom like never before in the United States.

Her rise was inseparable from disco’s itself, even though she remained popular for years after the genre she

helped invent had died.

She won a Grammy for best rock vocal performance for “Hot Stuff,” a fiery guitar-based song that represented her shift from disco to more rock-based sounds, and created another kind of anthem with “She Works Hard for the Money,” this time for women’s rights.

Elton John said in a statement that Summer was more than the Queen of Disco.

“Her records sound as good today as they ever did. That she has never been inducted into the Rock ‘n’ Roll Hall of Fame is a total disgrace especially when I see the secondrate talent that has been inducted,” he said. “She is a great friend to me and to the Elton John AIDS Foundation and I

will miss her greatly.”

Summer may not have liked the title and later became a bornagain Christian, but many remembered her best for her early years, starting with the sinful “Love to Love You Baby.”

Released in 1975, a breakthrough hit for Summer and for disco, it was a legend of studio ecstasy and the genre’s ultimate sexual anthem.

Summer came up with the idea of the song and first recorded it as a demo in 1975, on the condition that another singer perform it commercially.

But Casablanca Records president Neil Bogart liked the track so much that he suggested they re-record it, and make it longer - what would come to be known as a “disco disc.”

Swift donates millions for educational centre THE ASSOCIATED PRESS NASHVILLE - Taylor Swift has taught a generation of kids to appreciate country music over the last five years. Now, she’s donating $4 million to the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum to make sure that education continues.

The gift is the largest given to the museum by an artist and is the second largest from an

individual, officials said.

It will fund the Taylor Swift Education Center, an exhibit and classroom space scheduled to open in 2014.

“In terms of what it will allow us to do, we do education very well now,” museum director Kyle Young said. “It will allow us to do what we do better, serve more people, develop new programs and I’m happy

to say that as we talked through this opportunity with Taylor, she very much wants to be involved in an advisory capacity in what we do.

Is there a better person out there who’s in touch with a young audience?

I think not. I was joking we should be paying her to do that. I was only joking.”

The new education centre is part of the

museum’s $75 million “Working on a Building” expansion project that will increase the space more than 200,000 square feet to 350,000.

The expansion is part of the new convention centre project in downtown Nashville and will include a new concert theatre, more room for exhibits and archives, and a shared entrance with a new hotel.

Are you a senior who just needs a little help?

We are now accepting new clients Dementia / Alzheimer clients welcome

Call April Cashman 250-368-6838 www.MyAlternatives.ca

Serving Rossland Warfield Trail Montrose & Fruitvale

Trail Daily Times Friday, May 18, 2012

www.trailtimes.ca A9

LIFESTYLES END OF LIFE ETHICS

Greater Trail Hospice Society presents dialogue sessions in June TRAIL – What are end of life ethics all about? While society seems focused on an individuals decisionmaking process and ability to determine their own fate at the end of life, the reality of palliative care provision involves a broad range of ethical topics.

Hospice of America brings together a group of knowledgeable and compelling professionals to discuss and present case studies of issues faced regularly by health care professionals, hospice volunteers, family members and clergy.

The Greater Trail Hospice Society is pleased to present and host this two part dialogue on ethical

decision making in end of life care.

Sessions, take place from noon to three pm on June 6 and 13, at the Kiro Wellness Centre and are aimed at helping participants understand and describe a wide range of end-oflife ethical issues.

By the end of the sessions participants will have a grounding in: disclosure and communication, surrogate decision-making, artificial nutrition and hydration, and palliative sedation.

They will describe complicating factors when patients are children and adolescents; discuss the ways that cultural values and beliefs may influence ethical decisions at the end of life; describe

the ways that ethical issues at the end of life can create moral distress and influence the grief reactions of families and hospice and palliative staff and volunteers.

The DVD series is the latest to be hosted and led by the Greater Trail Hospice Society, in partnership with Hospice of America and hundreds of organizations focused on providing quality palliative care in their communities.

Comments from those who have attended other presentations in the series have been positive and affirming.

Registration has grown steadily, every year and those wishing to participate this year are encouraged

Your business is our business

to register soon.

For more informa-

tion or to register for the sessions, please

contact the Society offices at: 250 364

CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS

6204 or at info@trailhospice.org

SELECT STANDING COMMITTEE ON PARLIAMENTARY REFORM, ETHICAL CONDUCT, STANDING ORDERS AND PRIVATE BILLS Chair: Colin Hansen, MLA (Vancouver-Quilchena) Deputy Chair: Harry Lali, MLA (Fraser-Nicola)

Members' Conflict of Interest Act The Select Standing Committee on Parliamentary Reform, Ethical Conduct, Standing Orders and Private Bills, an all-party Committee of the Legislative Assembly, is reviewing British Columbia’s Members' Conflict of Interest Act (RSBC 1996, c. 287). The Act defines conflict of interest and provides a framework for dealing with conflicts of interest involving Members of the Legislative Assembly. It also provides for the appointment of the Conflict of Interest Commissioner, an independent officer of the Legislative Assembly, to uphold provisions in the Act. The Committee is interested in British Columbians’ views on the legislation.

For more information, or to make a submission, please visit our website at www.leg.bc.ca/mcoia or contact: Office of the Clerk of Committees, Room 224, Parliament Buildings, Victoria, BC V8V 1X4; tel: 250.356.2933, or toll-free in BC: 1.877.428.8337; fax: 250.356.8172; e-mail: Clerkcomm@leg.bc.ca The deadline for receipt of submissions is Friday, June 29, 2012.

Kate Ryan-Lloyd, Deputy Clerk and Clerk of Committees

Ads in newspapers and their websites inspire purchases more than any other medium.

Call today to start your advertising campaign. 250.368.8551

2012 Pain Resolution Enjoy your treatment for pain while reclining in the comforts of a lazy boy chair and enjoying your favourite book or TV show.

Start a pain free year now.

See results today with a revolutionary acupuncture treatment.

For Appointments

Lisa. Kramer-Hunt R. Ac., Dipl. NCCAOM, 1618 2nd Ave, Trail

250-368-3325

www.trailacupuncture.com

ACHIEVE YOUR GOALS FOR 2012 Exceptional health & weight loss is within reach.

Safe, effective, physician directed.

Book your appointment today:

HUNT NATUROPATHIC CLINIC INC. Dr. Jeffrey J. Hunt B.P.H.E., N.D., F.C.A.H. NATUROPATHIC PHYSICIAN

1618 2nd Ave., Trail (250) 368-6999 www.huntnaturopathicclinic.com

Canadian Cancer Society B R I T I SH COLUMBIA AND YUKON

Remember someone special by making a donation to the Canadian Cancer Society, BC and Yukon in memory or in honour.

Please let us know the name of the person you wish to remember, name and address of the next of kin, and we will send a card advising them of your gift. Also send us your name and address to receive a tax receipt.

To donate on-line: www.cancer.ca Greater Trail Unit/ Rossland unit c/o Canadian Cancer Society 908 Rossland Ave Trail BC V1R 3N6 For more information, please call (250) 364-0403 or toll free at 1-888-413-9911

Remember your vacation. Not the medical bills.

EXCLUSIVE OFFER

MEMBERS SAVE 7%

The last thing you want to bring home from your vacation is a huge hospital bill. So next time, take along BCAA Travel Insurance and bring back something other than debt.

Plus, buy online and save an additional 5%. For more information or to purchase, click on bcaa.com/travelinsurance, call 250-505-1720, or visit BCAA Nelson at 596 Baker Street.

Insurance is sold through BCAA Insurance Agency and is administered by North American Air Travel Insurance Agents Ltd. d.b.a. Travel Underwriters, a licensed insurance broker. 11th Floor 6081 No 3. Road, Richmond, BC Canada V6Y 2B2. Insurance is underwritten by Industrial Alliance Pacific Insurance and Financial Services Inc. and certain Lloyd’s Underwriters, severally and not jointly.

A10 www.trailtimes.ca

Friday, May 18, 2012 Trail Daily Times

RELIGION

TRAIL & DISTRICT CHURCHES

The Art of Hosting I was fortunate enough to attend a workshop called “The Art of Hostingâ€? a while ago. During our time together some 38 people learned a bit more about holding space in community. About ways of holding space that: invites others into speech, participation and connection; creates conditions by which understanding, common purpose and shared desires might ďŹ nd life out of individual passions, capable champions and thoughtful conversations. We discovered for ourselves, the wisdom of community which resides within the community.

We found the resolution to community issues alive and functioning within the members of the community itself.

We learned, or relearned that something far greater than the sum of the parts results when the willing come together in fruitful ways. We learned, or relearned, that wisdom and the common wealth of communal knowledge will ourish and blossom when space is held, conditions are right and the loudest voices in the room make space for those that need silence as a backdrop. We learned that communities who pay respectful attention to their members ďŹ nd ways to overcome obstacles and achieve objectives that have stymied politicians, generals, economists and philosophers alike.

It was knowledge I already had, but knowledge is one thing, practice another. After years of involvement in adversarial systems, I ďŹ nd I have a great deal of practicing to do. I am, however, most deeply gifted and blessed in that I am a part of a community of seekers. A community willing and wanting to uphold the wisdom of the body so that the sacred might once again form the centre of our spaces of belonging.

THE UNITED CHURCH OF CANADA Communities in Faith Pastoral Charge Trail United Church 1300 Pine Avenue, Trail Worship 11am St. Andrew’s United Church 2110 1st Ave, Rossland Worship 9am Beaver Valley United Church 1917 Columbia Gardens Rd, Fruitvale Worship 11am Salmo United Church 304 Main St, Salmo Worship 9am

For Information Phone 250-368-3225 or visit: www.cifpc.ca

Our communities are in the midst of many questions.

We ďŹ nd ourselves charged with the task of living out timeless truths in a way that is relevant to today’s world, to the current set of circumstances. Some tenets – those we were assured were of Wisdom herself, carried direct to us from God’s own mouth – have fallen hard among us and raised up such a dust storm in their collapsing wake that many of our number have fallen away. We are no longer assured of more than love, no longer secure in much more than care and how best we might offer it as an expression of our responding love.

I take heart as I see around us signs that our communities have begun to question adherence to the forms and norms of culture and system. That the gods whose cruel demands for living sacriďŹ ce (market, economic, or religious) have gone unchecked for far too long now perch uneasily upon the pedestals we erected for their use. The systems of reproach are falling, and everywhere, people are gathering to hold the space, to sanctify the centre of the circle, to open up the ways and means by which we might hear one another into speech and ďŹ nd, within, the teachings of care and love and community that will, one hopes, ďŹ nally lead us into the land of promise, that only we can build.

I attended a workshop last week. One on the Art of Holding Space. It’s new ground for me to occupy, and I’m not all that sure I occupy it well. But I am beckoned to it, and will attend the call.

Keith Simmonds diaconal minister Communities in Faith Pastoral Charge

THE SALVATION ARMY

ÂŽ

A Community Church

Sunday Services 10:30 am 2030-2nd Avenue,Trail 250-368-3515

Majors Wilfred and Heather Harbin E-mail: sarmytrl@shaw.ca Everyone Welcome

Anglican Parish of St. Andrew / St. George

1347 Pine Avenue, Trail

This Week Sunday, May 20 8am Traditional Eucharist 10am Family Eucharist (with Children’s Program) Contact Canon Neil Elliot at 250-368-5581 www.stamdrewstrail.ca

(

+456 24'5$;6'4+#0

1139 Pine

Avenue (250) 368-6066

Reverends Gavin and Meridyth Robertson

10am Sunday Worship and Sunday School

1 =QY^cdbUQ] 3_^WbUWQdY_^ gYdX Q^ 5fQ^WU\YSQ\ 8UQbd

Sponsored by the Churches of Trail and area and

Trail Seventh Day Adventist Church 1471 Columbia Avenue Contact John L’Ecluse 250-368-8742 Pastor Douglas Pond 250-364-0117

Saturday Service Sabbath School 9:20-10:45 Church 11:00-12:00 - Everyone Welcome -

CATHOLIC CHURCHES

St. Anthony/ St. Francis Parish

SCHEDULE MASSES: St. Anthony’s Sunday 8:30am 315 Rossland Avenue, Trail 250-368-3733

Our Lady of Perpetual Help

East Trail 2000 Block 3rd Avenue MASSES: Saturday 7:00pm Sunday 10:00am Phone 250-368-6677

3365 Laburnum Drive Trail, BC V1R 2S8 Ph: (250) 368-9516 trail_alliance@shaw.ca www.trailalliancechurch.com

Sunday Morning Worship Service at 10:30am Prayer First begins 15 mins prior to each service

Bishops say religious voices should be heard in public debates THE CANADIAN PRESS OTTAWA, Ont. - Canada’s Roman Catholic bishops say religious voices have a right to be heard in public debates and shouldn’t be shouldered aside in the name of separation of church and state.

They are also encouraging civil disobedience in cases where public policy runs afoul of private morality on questions such as abortion, contraception and gay marriage.

The Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops has issued a 12-page pastoral letter on religious freedom, arguing that freedom of worship includes the right for believers to publicly state their views on key questions of the day.

The letter says there are radical elements that want to relegate religion to the private sphere, denying it any influence on society.

It says the idea of banning religious feasts and symbols supposedly out of respect for members of other religions or non-believers is a sign of the marginalization of religion, and Christianity in particular.

The bishops also cite abortion, the morningafter pill, gay marriage and euthanasia as areas where the state makes no allowance for conscientious objection.

They say it is wrong for any Roman Catholic to support the right to abortion or euthanasia; rather, there is a clear obligation to oppose them by conscientious objection. “In a constitutional democracy such as Canada’s, the system of justice must strive to protect more effectively freedom of religion and of conscience as key elements of our free and democratic society,� the letter said.

The bishops argue that excluding believers from public debate deprives society of an important dimension.

They said they see a disturbing trend of threats to freedom of conscience and religion both at home and abroad.

The right to religious freedom is a litmus test for the respect of all other rights, the bishops said. “Where it is protected, peaceful co-existence, prosperity and participation in cultural, social and political life flourish,� they wrote. “But when it is threatened, all other rights are weakened and society suffers.�

THE WEEK IN RELIGION HISTORY THE CANADIAN PRESS

SUNDAY SERVICE 10AM A Place to Belong Weekly Snr & Jnr Youth Programs Weekly Connect Groups Mom’s Time Out Fri. Kidz Zone Sunday Children’s Program Sun – Infants Nursery Bus pick up 8320 Highway 3B Trail, opposite Walmart 250-364-1201 Pastor Rev. Shane McIntyre AfďŹ liated with the PAOC

Denotes Wheelchair Accessible

The opinions expressed in this advertising space are provided by Greater Trail Area Churches on a rotational basis.

May 20 – In 1506, explorer Christopher Columbus died in poverty in Valladolid, in northwest Spain, just after completing his book of biblical commentary, “The Prophecies.�

--May 21 – In 1632, Otto Blumhardt, one of the earliest Lutheran missionaries to Africa, died.

He was known as the Father of the Jungle.

--May 23 – In 1956, the Presbyterian Church in the United States began accepting women ministers.

--May 24 – In 1998, Pope John Paul II became the 20th century’s longest-serving pope. He surpassed the 19 years, seven months and seven days of Pius XII, who died in 1958.

--May 26 – In 2008, 70 per cent of Anglicans in London, Ont., voted in favour of conditionally allowing ministers to bless married, samesex couples.

Trail Daily Times Friday, May 18, 2012

www.trailtimes.ca A11

REGIONAL Record Gerrard run christens new platform

SUBMITTED PHOTO

The new viewing platform on the Lardeau River was unveiled on Mother’s Day last weekend.

MEADOW CREEK – A new Gerrard rainbow trout viewing platform on the Lardeau River was recently finished to welcome visitors on Mother’s Day weekend, and a record run of spawning Gerrards.

The platform was built, with the support of a range of funders, by the Friends of Lardeau River who hosted an Open House on May 12.

Approximately 150 members of the public turned-out to appreciate the group’s handiwork and witness the spectacle of more than 900 “giants of Gerrard” spawning in the clear,

clean waters at the outlet of Trout Lake.

“We were especially pleased that the new platform was ready in time to coincide with yet another record run,” said Grant Trower with the Friends of the Lardeau River. “We hope that it will help people connect with this amazing fish, and increase awareness of this important spawning site.”

The Open House was held only a few days after a daily peak count of 1,068 spawning Gerrards was recorded on May 9. This was the highest observed since annual daily counts began

in 1961, and the third year in a row that the daily peak count record has been broken following peak counts of 995 in 2011, and 725 in 2010.

“The platform is certainly built to last,” added Trower.

“The new design incorporates wheel chair access and a viewing tower for the fish counter that will enable more accurate counts of Gerrards in the future.”

The platform is located about 42 km northwest of Meadow Creek and the Gerrard spawning run is expected to finish by the middle or end of May.

To our subscribers...

On May 22, the Trail Daily Times online news package will require a subscription to access local content.

If you are a subscriber you will have full online access to all content including: UÊ V> Ê iÜÃÊ UÊ-« ÀÌÃ UÊ*À Û V > Ê> `Ê >Ì > Ê iÜÃ UÊ V> Ê Õ ÃÌÃÊ UÊ > iÃÊEÊ VÃÊ UÊ6 `i Ê UÊ7i>Ì iÀÊÕ«`>ÌiÃÊ UÊ/6Ê ÃÌ }Ã and all that www.traildailytimes.ca has to offer.

ÕÀÀi ÌÊÃÕLÃVÀ LiÀÃÊÜ ÊLiÊ > i`ÊÌ i ÀÊÕ µÕiÊ iÊ access code. If you do not receive your access code within the next seven days please call 1-888-811-5627 for assistance.

If you are a non-subscriber, by purchasing a subscription to the Trail Daily Times you will receive full access to our online content.

S I N C E

PROUDLY SERVING THE COMMUNITIES OF

1 8 9 5

ROSSLAND, WARFIELD, TRAIL, MONTROSE, FRUITVALE & SALMO SALM

To subscribe, call 250-364-1413 ext 206 or online at www.traildailytimes.ca

A12 www.trailtimes.ca

Friday, May 18, 2012 Trail Daily Times

REGIONAL NELSON

Cottonwood Market opens Saturday THE NELSON STAR Celebrate the opening of the Cottonwood

Falls Community Market, Saturday from 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. at

NOW OPEN Beaver Valley Animal Clinic

Large & Small Animals

1956 Columbia Gardens Rd Fruitvale, BC

250.367.0123 bvanimal @gmail.com

Cottonwood Falls Park.

Market-goers will find everything from bedding plants and garden greens to artwork and artisan gifts.

One vendor has promised greenhouse grown local tomatoes at opening day. New and drop-

in vendors will add to the exciting mix of fullseason vendors.

For the 2012 season, West Kootenay EcoSociety is making improvements to the market site and reaching out to new customers and vendors.

Residential and Commercial Construction • Framing • Concrete • Renovations • Insurance Repairs Now Accepting

250-362-5552 Rossland BC

www.k2contracting.ca

SUBMITTED PHOTO

The Colombo Lodge has made improvements to its hall and catering service to attract more event.

Colombo Lodge spruces up hall TRAIL – The Colombo Lodge has been offering hall rental and catering services for a long time.

It has been one of the most important sources of income to the Lodge, supporting their benevolent activities.

However, the past two years the hall rental and catering services have shown a decrease and members talked to clients on how to improve.

As a result the Lodge

has opened up its kitchen and in addition to using the Lodge’s own catering staff, anyone renting the hall can now use their own caterer (chef) for their functions.

To make the tables more attractive, new comfortable chairs and new place settings (dishes and cutlery) have been purchased.

Installed recently is a new elevator and made the hall wheel chair accessible.

A modern auto-

mated film, video and computer projection equipment with a large wall screen is available to anyone renting our hall.

Besides the large upstairs hall, the smaller (70 people) downstairs hall, suitable for smaller functions or meetings, can also be rented.

The Lodge is always eager to provide superior catering and hall rental services for weddings and other functions.

KIMBERLEY

Historic railway back on track

BY CAROLYN GRANT Kimberley Bulletin

Kimberley’s most unique tourist attraction, the Underground Mining Railway, is almost ready for its

opening day this Victoria Day weekend. The hard-working volunteers have been aligning track, tuning up the locis and preparing the station to wel-

STORES FLYERS DEALS COUPONS BROCHURES CATALOGUES CONTESTS PRODUCTS STORES FLYERS DEALS COUPONS BROCHURES CATALOGUES CONTESTS PR S BR S ST S CA S DE S BR S ST S CA S

WIN

You could 1 of 5 $100 Esso Gas Cards

Not a Facebook user?

Scan this code to enter the contest To enter, visit our facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/flyerland.ca/ app_364041783617057

Save time, save money.

Visit our other Black Press sites

come tourists.

The railway takes riders into the lower Mark Creek Valley to view the Sullivan Mine buildings, including the historic powerhouse with its massive generators, and then into the mountain itself for a look at a real mining operation, then up to the Resort.

Always trying to adapt and come up with the experience that tourists want, this year the Railway will offer a couple of different options, on the scenic ride to the Resort each day at 11 a.m.

This trip will give riders some choices.

Those wishing to do the regular mining tour will leave the train in the Underground Interpretive Centre while those wishing to do the scenic tour will stay on the train and continue on to the Kimberley Alpine Resort.

At the Resort Station riders may choose to leave the train and either bike or walk back down or they may stay on the train and continue the loop.

Trail Daily Times Friday, May 18, 2012

See us for ATV Tires

Come get some

CAR LOVE

1995 Columbia Ave, Trail, BC 19 250-364-1208 www.integratire.com

www.trailtimes.ca A13

SPORTS

HOT DEALS NOW AVAILABLE! Golf 18 holes after 2pm and 9 holes after 4pm Thursday thru Monday and enjoy savings of up to 45% off!

250-693-2255

Celebrating 90 years

at Birchbank

www.birchbankgolf.com

AMERICAN LEGION

Jays ready to take flight

BY JIM BAILEY Times Sports Editor

MARK BRETT PHOTO

It’s been an incredible ride for (from right) Travis St. Denis, Joey Benik, Bryce Gervais and the rest of the Penticton Vees as they returned to a warm welcome with hundreds waiting at the Penticton’s South Okanagan Events Wednesday at the end of the parade.

A wild ride for Vees’ St. Denis with every game a must-win match. St Denis and his line’s performance was a critical factor in the Vees success. The It’s been a whirlwind week for Travis St. Denis and former Smoke Eater led the Vees in scoring with a goal the Penticton Vees as the RBC Cup champions returned and six assists, and was named player of the game in two to a hero’s welcome, complete with parade, party and yet of the final four matches. another honour for the Trail native on Wednesday.

His opening goal in the RBC championship game, and The city of Penticton turned out in droves to congratu- incredible give-and-go with Benyk to win the game with late a team that finished off a dream season in dramatic 51 seconds remaining was the highlight of an incredible fashion, coming back in the final period of the final game, junior career for St. Denis. to win the national championship in the final minute, on “Being in the final game and being down 3-2 with a St. Denis setup to Joey Benik. about 10 minutes left. Just seeing our guys battle hard Not only did St. Denis win the title, but and tie it up and get the game winning he was also recognized as the Player of the goal and setting it up with a minute to go,” Week by the BCHL, and then at the celebrahe said. “It was all a blur. It was a good tion, the hard-working forward was also give and go and Benik is an unbelievable named Most Inspirational Player for the player so if you get the puck on his stick Vees. he’ll put it in.”

“It’s an unbelievable feeling,” said St. St. Denis’s PoW nod from the BCHL Denis. “We worked hard all year for it, so and Most Inspirational, are definitely nice it’s definitely a dream come true to win a honours, “Especially in the last week of national title.” your junior career,” he said.

After a 42 game winning streak, with St. Denis’ career has been an interestonly four losses in regulation (one to the ing one. He played three years in Trail Trail Smoke Eaters), and a virtual sweep before requesting a trade that landed of the BCHL final and Doyle Cup, the top him in Penticton where he would go on STEVE WALDNER PHOTO to become a national champion. The ranked junior hckey team in Canada looked poised to continue its rampage through the Travis St. Denis accepts the 19-year-old finished his junior career playRBC tournament in Humboldt, Sask.

Most Inspirational award at ing 203 games, with 99 goals, 127 assists “I think being ranked number one going a ceremony following the for a career total of 227 points. St. Denis into the tournament, there’s a little pressure parade. also received a scholarship offer from but I don’t think it affected our team at all.”

Quinnipiac University in his final year in But after the Vees dropped their first two Trail and will join the team this year. games to the Soo Thunderbirds 2-1 and the Humboldt “It’s been unbelievable,” said St. Denis. “I mean its Broncos 3-2 in overtime, the team was on the verge of been a roller coaster, with ups and downs all over the elimination. place. Starting my junior career in Trail, 16 years old, I “We were a little bit worried but we just refocused and couldn’t ask to start in a better place than my hometown. regrouped,” said St. Denis. “We got a strong group of guys I think this past year getting traded to Penticton, moving so once we got our first win, we just went on a roll.” away from home and experience that life, it’s just made And roll they did, reeling off four straight victories me a stronger person over all.”

BY JIM BAILEY

Times Sports Editor

Wood-Mizer Demo

The Trail Jays step up to the plate this weekend as they embark on another baseball season with a fresh crop of young players eager to support a solid core of veterans.

The Jays head to Kalispell, Mont. today for the Canadian Days American Legion tournament, with an influx of youth, speed, and an energized club set to take on some of American Legion’s best AA teams.

“I’m really proud of the way they are progressing so far through this first week of practice and I’m excited for this weekend,” said assistant coach Chris Combo.

The Jays lost some strong position players and long ball hitters in Brady Glover, Garrett Kucher, Gerry Rebelato, and Jesse Rypien.

“We lost a few key players, but I am anxious to see what the new guys can bring to the program.”

Returning players like Scott Davidson, Tanner Rotschy, Scott Robertson and Dallas Calvin will lead the Jays, with pitchers Jarrett Conway and Calvin anchoring the pitching staff.

“We’ve lost a few good ones (pitchers) but we still got our big hoss, Dallas, on the mound and a few other pretty good pitchers, so I feel our staff this year is going to be pretty good.”

In this year’s edition, every player on the roster is eligible to play again next year so the approach to this season may be to work on fundamentals and build for the next season.

“This whole year is a big long marathon, not a sprint,” said Combo. “We try to get guys to improve every day in practice and you know by the end of the year they improve so much, the next year we’re going to be that much better,” he added.

The Jays open the Kalispell tournament tonight at 5 p.m. versus the Whitefish Glacier Twins, then play Kalispell AA Lakers Saturday at 11:30 a.m. and Sherwood Park AA at 2 p.m. The playoffs go Sunday.

The Jays first home games at Butler Park go May 27, a doubleheader against the Northeast 49ers.

WEST KOOTENAY JUNIOR GOLF

Qualifier up next

BY TIMES STAFF The West Kootenay Zone 1 Junior golfers face one of their biggest early tests this weekend as they prepare for the two-round qualifying tournament for a berth in the provincial championships.

Golfers tee-off at the Castlegar Golf Course on Saturday and the Birchbank course on Sunday for a twoday combined total that will earn the top four automatic exemptions into the B.C. championship in Gibsons on July 10-12.

Two spots are also award-

COMPLETE UNDERCAR CARE

Make Money, Save Money by Sawing Industry Leading Band Sawmills from $3,985 FOR MORE INFO. CALL:(877) 866-0667

Front or Rear Brakes

WE FIX THEM! Sandman Hotel – Castlegar June 1 & 2

ed on performance-based entry (PBE), determined by a golfer’s merits, other events played and prior commitment to B.C. development camps and high performance programs.

Jordan Hoodikoff of Christina Lake leads the junior tour with three victories and is a distinct favorite heading into the weekend along with Rossland-Trail Country Club’s Brenan Moroney and Tyler McKay. Braden McKay, Nolan Renwick and Garrett Underwood will also make a strong push.

Moose

s #HANGE DISC PADS OR DRUM BRAKES s 2EPACK WHEEL BEARINGS s ,UBRICATE PARKING BRAKE s 4URN ROTORS s )NSTALL HYDRAULIC BRAKE PARTS

Air conditioning service & repairs

250-364-2825 8137 Old Waneta Road, TRAIL, BC oktire.com

AT PARTICIPATING STORES

A14 www.trailtimes.ca

Friday, May 18, 2012 Trail Daily Times

SPORTS AND RECREATION LADIES GOLF

SPORTS BRIEFS

TRAIL REC

Bocce

Get fit with core training

The venerable Club Italico Bocce Tournament is coming soon and organizers are seeking fellow boccini throwers. The tournament rolls out June 3 at the Bocce facility in the Gulch. Two person teams will vie for the coveted title, so register at the bocce pits or call Joe Bertuzzi at 368-9751.

Lacrosse Teams from the West Kootenay Minor Lacrosse Association is playing Cranbrook at the Castlegar Complex on the weekend. The Pee Wees face off at 9 a.m. Saturday and the Bantams go at 10:45 a.m.. Afternoon games begin at 1 p.m. and continue Sunday starting at 9 a.m.

SUMMIT DETAILING

The Birchbank Ladies Club held their Early Bird tournament last week. From left, partners Marilyn Wiens and Dana Haas lost out on the second hole of a sudden death playoff against Sharon Orlando and Sophia Park (missing from photo). 40 ladies enjoyed golf under hot, sunny skies in the four-ball best ball format resulted in a tie with scores of 124.

Prizes also went to third place team of Carol Babcock and Jackie Drysdale 126.

BUMPER TO BUMPER

CLEAN

Book your spring cleaning now!

– Special Senior Rates –

No Job Too Big or Too Small

SUMMIT DETAILING

in Summit Subaru on Old Waneta Road across from Waneta Plaza

250-364-9970

W

ell, it s e e m s pretty official, hockey is only vaguely, “Canada’s Game” anymore.

The World Championship semifinals are set, and our national team has failed to make the final

4th Annual Cruizin the Columbia

GYRO PARK Trail, BC

JUNE 9, 2012 10am-3pm

is growing in popularity. Come and check out the classes every Tuesday and Thursday morning from 8:30 to 9 a.m. at the Trail Memorial Centre Fitness Studio. These classes offer safe and effective exercises in a circuit style format, and beginners to intermediates are welcome.

The next Seniors Get Fit workshop will be on Thursday from 10:30 a.m. noon at the Trail Aquatic Centre. A personal trainer will introduce you to the fitness centre, and teach you about physical fitness, safe lifting techniques, avoiding injury and goal setting. Proper weight room etiquette will also be discussed.

Call Trail Parks and Recreation at 368-6484, or the Aquatic Centre at 364-0888.

Hockey woes continue for Canada

We offer a powerful range of detailing service tailored to your vehicle specific conditions and needs.

TRAIL

The next session of Core Strengthening with personal trainer Diana Howard runs May 15 to June 26, Tuesday’s from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. at the Trail Memorial Centre Fitness Studio. These classes can be both beginner and advanced, with a routine that can accommodate all fitness levels.

Boot Camp with Diana Howard goes May 17 to June 28. Get yourself fit for summer with this heart-pumping workout. A variety of exercises using various equipment will increase intensity and give you the result you’re looking for.

Classes run Thursday’s from 5-6 p.m. at the Trail Memorial Center Fitness Studio.

Our 30-Minute Circuit classes for adults and seniors

SPONSORED BY:

four, again.

The Americans, despite liberal sprinklings of expatriate Canadian bloodlines, are also in the alsoran category.

Canada might very well be seeded sixth or below when the Olympic hockey tournament starts. They will rank last in the playoff pool this year.

And most of the major NHL individual trophy awards will likely go to Europeans.

Canada bowed out of the worlds in the quarter finals Thursday against eighth-seeded Slovakia, against whom their two-game total score was 7-7. The USA at least gave a much more highly regarded Finnish squad a lastgasp battle before they, too, headed for the airport.

What has happened?

Well, Europe’s best players are better than ours.

They come from the

DAVE

THOMPSON Sports ‘n’ Things

larger ice surface, so are as fast and fit as North Americans.

The game in Europe is more concerned with finesse than physicality, so European players require and attain better puck-handling skills. North American players, particularly the ones that grind through major junior hockey on their way to the NHL, are muscular and have good straight ahead speed. Shifty - not so much.

That’s not to say North American players cannot stickhandle and shoot and such, and most are certainly

S E A S O N S I G N AT U R E O F F E R

Or Earn 1,000 Bonus Aeroplan Miles* ®

The revolutionary

- longer $70 tire tread life, better

CASH roadholding, better BACK fuel efficiency.

SUMMIT MARIO BERNO 250-368-5000

Contact: Wally @ 250.368.8464

as the Pee Wee level express to me some form of the statement, “They (the kids he is coaching) are supposed to have all those individual skills by the time I get them.”

If they do not, apparently, that’s too bad for them and the team because there is little inclination within our minor hockey coaching fraternity to teach basic things like passing, shooting and stickhandling at the expense of ice time for, “team dynamics,” or whatever.

Oh well, its ball season anyway. Fastball is alive at Haley several nights a week, youth baseball is in full swing and the Jays begin their season tonight at a tournament in Montana.

The Jays first home action is set to start a week from Sunday, at Butler Park, of course.

• Nice job by all concerned for Silver City Days. Well presented and well attended.

Celebrating 90 years

Buy a set of four Yokohama tires before May 31, 2012, and we’ll sign a cheque for betwen $40 and $70, made out to you. With our compliments of the season.

Avid Ascend AM FORD

brave enough to take a hit to make a play or block a shot, but, the emphasis on high speed puckhandling skill development in Europe is beginning to set its players apart from, and above, North American ones.

Canada can still, if the players aren’t into whiling away the Spring at other pursuits, put an elite team on the ice that is as near a match for anyone as a dime is to two nickels, but we can no longer assume the extra added ingredient of, “grit,” exists only in our players. Nor can we think we are heading in the right direction, particularly since the world tournament provides a much more entertaining hockey experience for spectators.

Talk to coaches in Canadian minor hockey and the emphasis is always on system play rather than skill improvement. I have had coaches as low

CAR LOVE Locally owned and operated 1995 Columbia Ave,

by Woody’s Auto Ltd. Trail 250-364-1208

at Birchbank

BIRCHBANK GOLF IS HOSTING

DEMO DAYS For PING on May 22 10am – 2pm

For TaylorMade, Titleist, Nike and Adams on May 23 11pm – 3pm Stop in at Birchbank for your custom club fittings

For more info call 250-693-2255

Trail Daily Times Friday, May 18, 2012

www.trailtimes.ca A15

RECREATION

Special Olympians roll into summer

!L?MNIHbM $'012 2LC;NBFIH 0?ACMNL;NCIH 3HNCF (OH? MN JG

SUBMITTED PHOTO

Greater Trail Special Olympic athletes are training hard for some big but fun Bocce competitions next month, as the regional qualifier gets set to roll in Castlegar on June 16. Bocce athletes include, from left, Sherry Altrogge, Maria Veltri, Kayleigh Postmus, Timothy McTeer, Bob Lattanzio, and Neil Emmery.

Greater Trail Bocce athletes go for gold next month

BY TIMES STAFF Spring is in the air, the leaves are out and flowers are starting to bloom. Summer is on the way with means one thing - bocce time.

In the Gulch, at the bottom of West Trail, the

Trail and area Special athletes are practicing hard to improve their bocce skills.

Meeting every Monday night at the Bocce Facility, they practice strategy, aim and good sportsmanship.

The athletes, who range in age from preteen to sixty-three, are aiming high and hoping for gold at the Special

Olympics Regional Qualifier in June.

The 14 athletes will be joining teams from around the Kootenays at Selkirk College on June 16.

Spirits are high as the weather heats up and so does the competition.

The athletes would like to extend an invitation to everyone to come out in June and

BEAVER VALLEY REC

B.V. get its boots on Boot camp marches out fitness in Montrose Boot Camp, instructed by Stephanie Mervyn, goes Sunday evenings at the Montrose Park (green space beside ball field) from 6:30-7:30 p.m.

The next session begins May 27 and runs until June 24. Cost is $40 for the five classes. Come out to meet new people and get a great workout.

Get your heart pumping and complete a full body workout. Stephanie will take you through strength, cardio and endurance exercises to improve your overall fitness level.

Zumbatomic has a specially designed Zumba class for kids. The goal of Zumbatomic is to develop a healthy lifestyle and to incorporate fitness as a natural part of children’s lives, not just a class they attend once a week.

The two Zumbatomic age groups are Little Starz 4-7, and Big Starz 8-12. Next session will go May 28

to June 25 at the Fruitvale Hall from 3-3:30 p.m. (Little Starz $25) and 3:45-4:30 p.m. (Big Starz $30).

T-ball (ages 4-6), instructed

by Bethany Yorston and Jourdyne Mason, will lead the kids through fun games and easy to learn drills.

Basic T-ball skills, such as throwing the ball, catching, running and hitting will be taught.

Next session begins Monday, May 28–June 25 from 4-4:30 p.m. at Haines Park. Rainy days will be cancelled. Cost is $15 per child.

Kids Soccer, instructed by Bethany Yorston and Jourdyne Mason, will introduce your child to soccer through fun games and easy to learn soccer drills.

Parent participation may be required for kids ages 2-3. Next session is Monday, May 28 – June 25 from 4:30-5 p.m. (ages 4-5) and 5-5:30pm (ages 2-3) at Haines Park.

Rainy days will be cancelled. Cost is $15 per child.

To register for any of the above programs, please call Kelly at 3679319.

THE TRAIL WILDLIFE ASSOCIATION

MEMBERSHIP MEETING

7:30pm • Union Hotel For info phone Terry 250-364-1838

BCWF Convention Fundraiser Ticket Draw

$65/Individual $105/Team

Call 250-428-7127 or visit www.rdck.bc.ca/creston for more information Triathlon Sponsors

has enabled athletes with disabilities to participate in sports such as swimming, bocce, bowling and skiing.

PYRAMID BUILDING SUPPLIES LTD

May 17, 2012 For the benefit of Kootenay Lake area residents, the following lake levels are provided by FortisBC as a public service.

Queen’s Bay:

Present level: 1747.32 ft 7 day forecast: Up 18 to 24 inches.

2011 peak:1751.71 ft. 2010 peak:1748.68 ft.

Nelson:

Present level: 1745.49 ft.

7 day forecast: Up 18 to 24 inches.

Levels can change unexpectedly due to weather or other conditions. For more information or to sign-up for unusual lake levels notifications by phone or email, visit www.fortisbc.com or call 1-866-436-7847.

PAPER CARRIERS

For all areas. Excellent exercise, fun for ALL ages.

Fruitvale

Montrose

West Trail

Genelle

Route 359 10 papers Columbia Gardens Rd, Forsythia Dr Route 370 18 papers 2nd St, Hillcrest Ave, Mountain St Route 375 8 papers Green Rd & Lodden Rd Route 381 11 papers Coughlin Rd Route 382 13 papers Debruin Rd & Staats Rd

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

Route 131 14 papers Bay Ave, Riverside Ave Route 132 14 papers Daniel St, Wilmes Lane Route 140 11 papers Daniel St, Topping St

Route 303 16 papers 12th Ave, Grandview Pl

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

Topics:

Individual and Team Categories!

Kootenay Lake Levels

Castlegar

23943

Thursday, May 24

watch some exciting, inspiring and goodnatured competition.

The local chapter of the Special Olympics

500m swim, 13km bike, 5km run

Rossland Route 406 15 papers Cooke Ave & Kootenay Ave Route 414 18 papers Thompson Ave,Victoria Ave Route 416 10 papers 3rd Ave, 6th Ave, Elmore St, Paul S Route 420 17 papers 1st, 3rd Kootenay Ave, Leroi Ave Route 421 9 papers Davis & Spokane St Route 424 9 papers Ironcolt Ave, Mcleod Ave, Plewman Way Route 434 7 papers 2nd Ave, 3rd Ave, Turner Ave

Blueberry Route 308 6 papers 100 St to 104 St

Salmo Route 451 8th St, 9th St

Warfield Route 195 17 papers Blake Court, Shelley St, Whitman Way

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

10 papers

Call Today!

250-364-1413 ext 206

A16 www.trailtimes.ca

Friday, May 18, 2012 Trail Daily Times

LEISURE

Husband has become controlling and obsessed Dear Annie: I am married to “Chris,” a wonderful man. He was previously married and has major trust issues because of his ex-wife.

I can handle most of this, but one thing has become worse over the past two years.

Chris has this idea that I wear outfits that show too much skin and attract other men.

But, Annie, I don’t wear clothes like that. In fact, I gave away whatever I used to own that he didn’t like (spaghetti straps, skirts above the knee, etc.). But he still says I look “too provocative.” I wear only pants and high-necked shirts with sleeves, but it’s still not appropriate enough for him. I offered to let him shop for me, but he refuses.

I don’t want to keep fighting about something so dumb -- and that I know is due to his cheating ex-wife. But I have done as much as possible to show him I love and respect him.

What more can I do?

ANNIE’S

MAILBOX

Marcy Sugar & Kathy Mitchell

-- Paying the Price for the Ex Dear Paying: Chris has become obsessed with controlling your appearance, and this is unhealthy. Right now, it wouldn’t matter what you wore. Since he is getting worse, we strongly urge you to get some professional counseling, preferably together. Chris must learn to keep a lid on his insecurities so he can function more rationally, and a counselor will help you work on coping skills.

If he doesn’t get a grip on this, it could escalate into something that threatens not only your marriage, but also your personal well-being.

Dear Annie: My younger sister, “Debbie,” is planning a fall wedding. Our father and his wife have been severely addicted to pain pills for most of their 20-year marriage.

They have attended birthday parties, barbeques and weddings completely looped.

It’s not a pretty sight.

Because of this (and other reasons), I chose to distance myself and have had little contact with them for 10 years.

A few years ago, Debbie did the same because she was tired of being embarrassed, worried, stressed and scared for their health.

Debbie doesn’t want to invite Dad to the wedding. She didn’t even want him to know about it, but he found out from other relatives. She shouldn’t have to worry about whether Dad is going to fall down at the ceremony because he is high, or whether he can keep his balance while being introduced

to her new in-laws. Is this the right decision?

-- Bride’s Sister Dear Sister: Debbie does not have to invite Dad if doing so will spoil her day and make her miserable, but she should take responsibility for her decision and tell him the reason. However, there is another possible solution. She could enlist the help of a reliable guest (or hire a professional sober companion) to be the “caregiver” for Dad and his wife, making sure they don’t get out of control and create a scene.

Other readers have done this and found it quite helpful.

Dear Annie: The letter from “Mom in Connecticut” brought back wonderful memories regarding thankyou notes.

I am one of four children, now in our 50s and 60s. When we were younger, our parents had a hard and fast rule: We could play with or wear our gifts

on the day we received them, but we could not touch them again until we had written our thank-you notes. Mom provided the notes and colored pencils, so that we could draw pictures until we were old enough to write more.

This started when we were so young that we never knew any different.

To this day, I send a handwritten thankyou note. I figure the gift-giver spent time and effort to select, purchase and send a

gift to me. The least I can do to show my appreciation is send a personal note on real stationery. As my parents used to say, it’s what nice people do.

-- Born in Connecticut, Now in Arizona

TODAY’S PUZZLES

TODAY’S CROSSWORD

Sudoku is a number-placing puzzle based on a 9x9 grid with several given numbers. The object is to place the numbers 1 to 9 in the empty squares so that each row, each column and each 3x3 box contains the same number only once. The difficulty level of the Conceptis Sudoku increases from Monday to Friday.

SOLUTION FOR YESTERDAY’S SUDOKU

Trail Daily Times Friday, May 18, 2012

www.trailtimes.ca A17

LEISURE

YOUR HOROSCOPE

By Francis Drake For Saturday, May 19, 2012 ARIES (March 21 to April 19) This is a good day to focus on money matters. Or you might be focused on your cash flow, because you’re contemplating a major purchase.

TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) The Moon is in your sign today, which makes you more emotional than usual.

However, it also makes you a little bit luckier than all the other signs. (Sweet!)

GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) You’ll enjoy working alone or behind the scenes today, because you feel a need for privacy. Any kind of research probably will go well.

CANCER (June 21 to July 22) Discussions with a female acquaintance, especially in a group situation, will be significant today. It’s in your best interests to tell others what you hope to achieve in

the future.

LEO (July 23 to Aug. 22) Others will notice you today for some reason, especially bosses, parents, teachers and VIPs. You can turn this to your advantage if you so choose, because you do have their attention.

VIRGO (Aug. 23 to Sept. 22) You have a touch of the wanderlust today. Dreams of travel to exotic places appeal to you. Make travel plans if you can, but at least do something different. Shake up your routine a little!

LIBRA (Sept. 23 to Oct. 22) Focus on red-tape matters today, like inheritances, bills, taxes and shared property.

You’ll be happy to clear up some loose ends here.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23 to Nov. 21) Because the Moon today is opposite your sign, you have to compromise a bit.

You need to take that extra

step to meet the demands of others. (No biggie.)

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22 to Dec. 21) Make a list today about how you can get better organized.

You might want to make a second list about how you can promote better health for yourself. (Lists can focus your mind.)

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22 to Jan. 19) Sports, playful times with children, movies, musical

performances and parties are all appealing today. Basically, you don’t want to work; you want to play.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20 to Feb. 18) Discussions with a female relative (probably Mom) could be significant today.

Alternatively, you might want to cocoon at home to replenish yourself in some way.

PISCES (Feb. 19 to March 20) Discussions with neighbors and siblings are important today. Give others your attention, because someone has something to tell you.

Meanwhile, you want to enlighten someone about something as well.

YOU BORN TODAY You’re highly energetic! Most of you are natural leaders, and many of you are self-taught. People will look to you for guid-

DILBERT

TUNDRA

ANIMAL CRACKERS

MOTHER GOOSE & GRIMM

BROOMHILDA

HAGAR

BLONDIE

SALLY FORTH

ance or will learn from your example. You value spiritual training of some kind, and indeed, you often meet with a teacher or guru-like figure who is generally the same sex. In the year ahead, you will focus strongly on friendships or partnerships.

Birthdate of: Nora Ephron, writer; Nancy Kwan, actress; Peter Townshend, musician/ songwriter. (c) 2012 King Features Syndicate, Inc.

A18 www.trailtimes.ca

Friday, May 18, 2012 Trail Daily Times

Your classifieds. Your community

250.368.8551 Announcements

In Memoriam

In memory of

Rich Thorpe

November 13, 1956 - May 20, 2008 I feel warmth around me like, Your presence is so near.

I close my eyes to visualize your face, When you were here.

I cherish the times we spent together, They are locked inside my heart.

For as long as I have those memories, We will never be apart.

Sadly missed, always remembered and forever loved.

Loretta & family

Announcements

Announcements

Cards of Thanks

Information

ST.JUDE NOVENA May the Sacred Heart of Jesus be adored, glorified, loved and preserved throughout the world now and forever. Sacred Heart of Jesus, pray for us. St. Jude, Help of the Hopeless, pray for us. Say this prayer nine times a day, for nine days. It has never been known to fail. Publication must be promised. Thank you St. Jude CC

Complaints must be Àled within a 45 day time limit.

Find it all here.

For information please go to the Press Council website at www.bcpresscouncil.org or telephone (toll free) 1-888-687-2213.

Personals

NIPKOWS GREENHOUSE, Fruitvale. Open 9am - 5pm, seven days a week. Follow signs from downtown.

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS 250-368-5651 FOR INFORMATION, education, accommodation and support for battered women and their children call WINS Transition House 250-364-1543

Celebrations

Celebrations

250-368-8551 ext. 0

Information

Please join us for

Lost & Found LOST: Silver bracelet w/mushroom design on Saturday @ Silver City Days, downtown Trail/ Cominco Arena. Family treasure - sentimental value.

Reward offered. Please call 250-368-6460

FIND EVERYTHING YOU NEED IN THE CLASSIFIEDS

Career Opportunities

Career Opportunities

NURSING INSTRUCTORS Two short-term positions available on our Castlegar campus

Employment Career Opportunities

Education/Trade Schools

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

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

TAYLOR PRO TRAINING *Heavy Equipment Operator Training *Commercial Driver Training Call today 1-877-860-7627 www.taylorprotraining.com

Celebrations

Celebrations

As part of the Selkirk College/University of Victoria Baccalaureate Nursing Program, you will teach in a variety of practice settings as well as the lab and theory components of your courses.

You have a Master’s degree in Nursing (a Bachelor’s degree will be considered with relevant experience) and are a current member of the College of Registered Nurses of BC. You also have experience in an acute care nursing practice setting and excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Above all, you are prepared to commit to a dynamic, caring and interactive focus between instructor and student. Previous post-secondary teaching experience would be an asset.

Happy 90th Birthday Dad Open House

th

90 Birthday Celebration!

An open house to be held

M[nol^[s& G[s M[nol^[s& G[s ,0& ,*+, ,4** ' .4**jg ,4** ' .

at the Trail Legion.

Hope Hop p you can come!

Career Opportunities

HOME BASED Business. We need serious and motivated people for expanding health & wellness industry. High speed internet and phone essential.

Free online training. www.project4wellness.com

RON NEEDHAM

G[s <[n]bÏm

Community Newspapers

Closing date: 4 pm, May 28, 2012.

Sunday May 20th 1:00 4:00

For more information visit

selkirk.ca/s/jobpostings

Genelle Hall 1205 2nd St.

E X C E E D I N G E X P E C TAT I O N S

No Gifts Good Wishes Only

No gifts please

We’re at the heart of things™

Houses For Sale

The Trail Daily Times is a member of the British Columbia Press Council.

The Press Council serves as a forum for unsatisÀed reader complaints against member newspapers.

fax 250.368.8550 email nationals@trailtimes.ca Announcements Employment Employment Employment

Houses For Sale

Houses For Sale

Houses For Sale

Houses For Sale

Houses For Sale

Houses For Sale

1st Trail Real Estate

www.coldwellbankertrail.com 1252 Bay Avenue, TRAIL (250) 368-5222 ting New Lis

SEE! A MUST

ce New Pri

MLS# K211761

MLS# K212583

MLS# K210392

MLS# K211391

MLS# K210797

Rossland $295,000

Beaver Falls $209,900

Warfield $235,000

Warfield $185,000

Rossland $359,900

Beaver Falls $349,900

Trail $215,000

Fred Behrens 250-368-1268

Fred Behrens 250-368-1268

Fred Behrens 250-368-1268

Fred Behrens 250-368-1268

Fred Behrens 250-368-1268

Fred Behrens 250-368-1268

Gerry McCasky 250-231-0900

ce New Pri

R VENDO TED MOTIVA

MLS# K205930

MLS# K212535

ELLED REMOD X DUPLE

N MAKE A OFFER

MLS# K210233

MLS# K200229

MLS# K211176

GREAT 3Bdrm

MLS# K206097

MLS# K200362

MLS# K210284

MLS# K211181

Trail $206,000

Trail $360,000

Trail $249,900

Trail $214,000

Trail $137,500

Warfield $259,900

Trail $229,900

Gerry McCasky 250-231-0900

Gerry McCasky 250-231-0900

Gerry McCasky 250-231-0900

Gerry McCasky 250-231-0900

Gerry McCasky 250-231-0900

Fred Behrens 250-368-1268

Fred Behrens 250-368-1268

TING NEW LIS

SOLD MLS# K212776

MLS# K205398

MLS# K212336

MLS# K205510

Warfield $227,000

Trail $160,000

Montrose $249,900

Fruitvale $274,500

Fruitvale $274,900

Fruitvale $335,000

Trail $65,000

Fred Behrens 250-368-1268

Fred Behrens 250-368-1268

Fred Behrens 250-368-1268

Rhonda van Tent 250-231-7575

Rhonda van Tent 250-231-7575

Rob Burrus 250-231-4420

Rob Burrus 250-231-4420

MLS# K204952

MLS# K207019

MLS# K206771

Trail Daily Times Friday, May 18, 2012

www.trailtimes.ca A19

CLASSIFIEDS Employment

Employment

Services

Help Wanted

Help Wanted

Help Wanted

Education/Tutoring

H E L P WA N T E D

An Alberta Construction Company is hiring dozer, excavator and rock truck operators.

Preference will be given to operators that are experienced in oilďŹ eld road and lease construction.

Lodging and meals provided. The work is in the vicinity of Edson, Alberta.

Call Contour Construction at 780-723-5051.

**WANTED** NEWSPAPER CARRIERS TRAIL DAILY TIMES Excellent Exercise Fun for All Ages Call Today Start Earning Money Tomorrow Circulation Department 250-364-1413 Ext. 206 For more Information

Employment

Employment

Employment

Employment

Help Wanted

Help Wanted

Help Wanted

F/T Line Cook and Kitchen Help BeneÂżts available to the right candidate.

Apply at Benedictâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Steakhouse 3 SchoÂżeld Highway, Trail 250-368-3360

Help Wanted

Colander Restaurant is now taking applications for

Line Cook Career training available Bring resume to 1475 Cedar Ave

Help Wanted

WANTED PAPER CARRIERS

For all areas. Excellent exercise, fun for ALL ages.

Fruitvale

If you are experiencing delays in the processing of your EI, CPP, OAS, Veterans Affairs, or CIC claims, please call the â&#x20AC;&#x153;OfďŹ ce For Client Satisfactionâ&#x20AC;?

1â&#x20AC;&#x201C;866-506-6806

FULL TIME POSITION AVAILABLE

TIRE TECHNICIAN

Experience an asset.

Willing to train.

Wages based on experience.

Drop resume off at Bella Tire 2815 Highway Dr. Trail

ClassiďŹ eds Get Results!

BELLA TiRELAND

Help Wanted

Help Wanted

Rossland

Route 359 10 papers Columbia Gardens Rd, Forsythia Dr Route 370 18 papers 2nd St, Hillcrest Ave, Mountain St Route 375 8 papers Green Rd & Lodden Rd Route 381 11 papers Coughlin Rd Route 382 13 papers Debruin Rd & Staats Rd

Route 406 15 papers Cooke Ave & Kootenay Ave Route 414 18 papers Thompson Ave,Victoria Ave Route 416 10 papers 3rd Ave, 6th Ave, Elmore St, Paul S Route 420 17 papers 1st, 3rd Kootenay Ave, Leroi Ave Route 421 9 papers Davis & Spokane St Route 424 9 papers WarďŹ eld Ironcolt Ave, Mcleod Ave, Route 195 17 papers Plewman Way Blake Court, Shelley St, Whitman Route 434 7 papers Way 2nd Ave, 3rd Ave, Turner Ave

Blueberry

Genelle

Route 308 6 papers 100 St to 104 St

Route 303 16 papers 12th Ave, Grandview Pl

Montrose

Montrose

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 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 & Hunterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Place

West Trail Route 131 14 papers Bay Ave, Riverside Ave Route 132 14 papers Daniel St, Wilmes Lane Route 140 11 papers Daniel St, Topping St

Salmo Route 451 8th St, 9th St

IMPORTANT PUBLIC NOTICE

10 papers

Call Today!

250-364-1413 ext 206

Call for Board of Director(s) 2 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Positions One Year Term Community Futures of Greater Trail is a dynamic, volunteer board-driven organization looking for individuals to assist in fulďŹ lling its mission: Be a catalyst for sustainable development in the Greater Trail region by assisting entrepreneurs and supporting community economic development initiatives to enhance the regionâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s economic prosperity, social well-being, and environmental integrity.

Community Futures of Greater Trail is looking to increase its Board of Directors to 13 members. Those interested in this position should be regionally-minded with experience in one or more of the following areas: commercial lending, accounting, business management, community economic development, signiďŹ cant entrepreneurial experience. Previous volunteer experience and/or board participation is considered an asset.

In order to ensure equitable regional representation, we are looking for one (1) interested individual residing in the City of Trail, as well as one (1) resident of the Beaver Valley.

Successful candidates will have community and client values consistent with those of the current Board of Directors, committees, and staff. Appointment(s) to the Board of Directors will take place at the Annual General Meeting to be held in August 2012.

Individuals are encouraged to submit a resume, and/or personal biography, and cover letter to the attention of Craig Adams, General Manager: craig@communityfutures.com.

Closing date for the application process is June 15, 2012.

Community Futuresâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; services and programs are made possible with the assistance of the Government of Canada via Western Economic DiversiďŹ cation Canada.

For more detailed information on the application process and our organization, please visit www.communityfutures.com.

An Earthmoving Company in Alberta is looking for a 3rd year or Journeyman Heavy Duty Mechanic. You will be part of a team maintaining and servicing our ďŹ&#x201A;eet of Cat dozers, graders and rock trucks plus Deere/Hitachi excavators.

You will work at our Modern Shop at Edson, Alberta with some associated ďŹ eld work.

Call Contour Construction at (780)723-5051

Beaver Valley Recreation

Medical/Dental SEEKING Experienced Emergency Room Nurses for contracted assignments throughout Western Canada.

Assignments vary from 2 weeks to 3 months. Great way to travel Canada and have your travel and housing paid.

Apply online at http://www.travelnurse.ca or by calling 1 866 355 8355.

1-800-222-TIPS

Trades, Technical

Trades, Technical

Beaver Valley Recreation would like to thank all applicants for their interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Automotive Product Advisor Castlegar Hyundai, the fastest growing auto dealership in the Kootenays, requires a sales professional to serve our expanding clientele.

BUILD YOUR CAREER WITH US

CertiďŹ ed Millwrights & Electricians Across British Columbia TOLKO INDUSTRIES LTD. is currently seeking CertiďŹ ed Millwrights and Electricians to join our teams across BC. We are an equal opportunity employer and this position offers an excellent pension and beneďŹ t program.

MILLWRIGHTS â&#x20AC;˘ Interprovincial Journeyperson CertiďŹ cate required â&#x20AC;˘ Mill experience a deďŹ nite asset â&#x20AC;˘ Welding certiďŹ cate would be a beneďŹ t

ELECTRICIANS â&#x20AC;˘ Interprovincial Journeyperson CertiďŹ cate required â&#x20AC;˘ PLC experience a deďŹ nite asset â&#x20AC;˘ Industrial construction experience a plus Strong values of Safety, Respect, Progressiveness, Open Communication, Integrity and ProďŹ t guide us at Tolko.

READY TO APPLY YOURSELF? If you are interested in exploring this opportunity and being part of our community, please visit our website at: www.tolko.com and submit your resume by May 21, 2012 or fax: (1)250.546.2240

Shipping/Receiving

Shipping/Receiving

We provide excellent training and leadership, and we believe top performance deserves top pay.

Additionally, we offer a full beneĂ&#x201E;ts package.

Shipping Supervisor

We think an interest in cars and helping customers can be just as valuable as past automotive sales experience.

International Forest Products Limited is recruiting a Shipping Supervisor for their lumber manufacturing facility in Castlegar, BC.

Please apply with a resumĂŠ and cover letter to: Keith Kalawsky President & General Manager Castlegar Hyundai Fax: (250) 365-5376 Email: keith@castlegarhyundai.com

CASTLEGAR

HYUNDAI Now Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Brilliant

Stalking the Useful Wild: May 19 Excel Level II: May 23

Knitting for Beginners: May 28 Tai Chi Chuan: May 29

GPS Beyond Basics: May 31

We donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t believe in sales gimmicks or tricks â&#x20AC;&#x201C; just taking good care of customers and following good business practices.

This position is a fantastic opportunity to enjoy a professional career, a professional environment, and professional-level compensation in one of the most exciting sectors anywhere. For the right candidate, we will offer a guarantee during the transition and training period.

SFA with CPR C: May 19&20

CPR C Recert: May 29

Commencing June 25, 2012 and running to August 10, 2012 The Regional District of Kootenay Boundary is looking for enthusiastic individuals who possess initiative to plan and supervise the Beaver Valley Summer Parks Programs. The candidates must enjoy working with children, be fun, outgoing and patient. The successful candidates must be College/ University students, returning to school in the fall. Preference will be given to those applicants pursuing a career in recreation, education or working with youth. Rate of pay will be as per the Collective Agreement.

QUALIFICATIONS: t $VSSFOU 'JSTU "JE $FSUJmDBUF t 1SFWJPVT FYQFSJFODF XPSLJOH XJUI DIJMESFO APPLICATIONS: t 4IPVME IBWF BU MFBTU UISFF SFGFSFODFT MJTUFE t 8JMM CF BDDFQUFE VOUJM QN .BZ Applications can be dropped off at the Beaver Valley Arena or mailed to: Beaver Valley Recreation Box 880 Fruitvale, BC V0G 1L0 Or emailed to: bvrc@netidea.com

Continuing Education Upcoming Courses:

OFA Level I: May 26

*OWJUFT BQQMJDBUJPOT GPS UIF GPMMPXJOH QPTJUJPO

SUMMER PARKS PROGRAM LEADER

COMMUNITY EDUCATION

The successful candidate will be responsible for the overall management of the Shipping Department including the direct supervision and training of employees.

Excellent interpersonal and time management skills will enhance the candidateâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ability to lead the team in achieving their goals in sales co-ordination, domestic and international shipments, inventory and cost control.

Strong communication skills, attention to detail and a high degree of computer proĂ&#x20AC;ciency are essential in this fast paced and demanding position.

Interested applicants should forward a resume

by May 31, 2012 to: International Forest Products Ltd PO Box 3728, Castlegar, BC V1N 3W4 Fax: (604) 422-3252 or email: taumi.mccreight@interfor.com We thank all applicants in advance, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

TrafďŹ c Control/ Flagging: Jun 2 TO REGISTER FOR COURSES, PLEASE CALL NELLA AT 250.364.5770

Financial Services DEBT CONSOLIDATION PROGRAM Helping CANADIANS repay debts, reduce or eliminate interest regardless of your credit!

Qualify Now To Be Debt Free 1-877-220-3328 Licensed, Government Approved, BBB Accredited.

GET BACK ON TRACK! Bad credit? Bills? Unemployed?

Need Money? We Lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB. 1-877987-1420. www.pioneerwest.com

Legal Services CRIMINAL RECORD? Guaranteed Record Removal since 1989. ConďŹ dential, Fast, & Affordable. Our A+BBB Rating assures EMPLOYMENT & TRAVEL FREEDOM. Call for FREE INFO. BOOKLET

1-8-NOW-PARDON (1-866-972-7366) RemoveYourRecord.com

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

Drywall

No Job Too Small Ph: 250-367-9160 mgkdrywall@shaw.ca

Garden & Lawn Siddall Garden Services

1SVOJOH t 8FFEJOH (BSEFO $MFBO 6Q t %FTJHO $POTVMUBUJPO t 3FOPWBUJPOT

250.364.1005

Household Services A-1 FURNACE & Air Duct Cleaning.

Complete Furnace/Air Duct Systems cleaned & sterilized. Locally owned & operated. 1-800-5650355 (Free estimates)

A20 www.trailtimes.ca

Friday, May 18, 2012 Trail Daily Times

CLASSIFIEDS Services

Merchandise for Sale

Merchandise for Sale

Merchandise for Sale

Misc Services

Garage Sales

Misc. for Sale

Misc. for Sale

DIRTBUSTERS Carpet cleaning, area rugs, flood work, furnace & air duct cleaning, 250364-1484, 250-364-0145 MOVING / Junk Removal 250-231-8529 PLUMBING REPAIRS, Sewer backups, Camera inspection 24hr Emergency Service. 250231-8529 TRY OUR Bargain chicken paks! 24/7 ordering, Free Delivery! BP Hot Foods Deli 250512-9449

NEW DENVER 312 Josephine Sunday May 20 9am

24th ANNUAL ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES SALE sponsored by the Vernon Collectors Club at Vernon Curling Rink on Fri. May 25th from 3pm-8pm & Sat. May 26th from 10am-4pm. Approx.

125 tables.$3 admission is good for both days.

SCREENED TOP Soil, $30. per yard. 250-367-9308

Houses For Sale

Houses For Sale

Painting & Decorating Garth McKinnon 364-1218

Journeyman Painter Paving/Seal/ Coating SEALCOATING DRIVEWAYS PARKING LOTS - OIL BASED why settle for a rubberized plastic coating. Fully Insured with WCB Coverage. Free Estimates 250 354-7140 www.sunrisesealcoating.ca

WEST TRAIL 1273 Birch Ave. Sat. May 19 8am-noon W.TRAIL, 2217 Daniel St, Saturday May19, 8-1. Furniture, antiques, kids items and more.

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

$

s a Boy! ’ t I

FOR APPOINTMENT TO VIEW, PHONE

250.364.0406

Misc. for Sale

Place a classified word ad and...

IT WILL GO ON LINE! All Pro Realty Ltd.

$59,000

East Trail

WarÀeld

Fabulous East Trail location close to schools, hospital & Gyro Park. This 4 bdrm home will pleasantly surprise you!

Charming 3 bdrm character home with huge fenced backyard, close to schools, parks & pool!

$239,900

$239,900 Trail

F-A E-O ON KIND

Saturday, May 19 1:30 - 3:30pm

525 Portia Cres.

Sunningdale

$189,900

Cute 3 bedroom Sunningdale home. All the work is done!

$279,000

Fruitvale

MONTROSE Estate Sale 835 10th Ave. Sat May 19 10am5pm Sun May 20 11am-2pm Furniture, appliances, odds & ends, electric Medi Chair

$155,000

Over 1,100 sq.ft. of living located on .27 acres with single car garage, fenced yard, covered deck & 3 bdrms.

Affordable living!

L!

T US

179,900

Commercial building currently rented on main Áoor with over 5000 sq ft undeveloped area upstairs. Great potential here!!

$173,900 4.5

LAND & LOTS We have several building lots and land packages in all areas. Call us today for info. Prices range from $65,000 to $189,000.

D RE

UC

GR

$209,000

Solid chalet style home on 10 acres at the top of Wilson Road.

Stunning views and complete privacy.

Wayne DeWitt ext 25 Mario Berno ext 27

AC

RE

TL EA

S

W NE

If you are looking for a beautiful home with an amazing view, this is it!

Newer kitchen, laminate Áoors, 3 bdrms, located in Whispering Pines Park, just steps from the Columbia River.

Perfect for seniors!

This home is like new and features new windows, Áooring, doors, bathrooms, the list goes on! Small guest suite as well.

You will be impressed.

OT

Fruitvale

$269,500

Dawn Rosin ext 24 Tom Gawryletz ext 26

$65,000

$169,000 G

H AT RE

DU

CE

Fruitvale

$389,500

A large family home on a great view lot in Fruitvale. Double garage, large rooms throughout with all you would expect in a newer home.

RE

Shavers Bench

RU TH T NO TREE S

14 Davis Ave Fruitvale

$279,000

$248,900

Denise Marchi ext 21 Keith DeWitt ext 30

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

4 bdrm, 3 bath home.

Nice, private & beautifully landscaped back yard.

Montrose

$239,000 G

$169,900 RE

DU

CE

DU

CE

Nice 3 bedroom home on a large corner lot.

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

Must see!

Fruitvale

D

$239,500 RE

Room for the growing family!

5 bdrms, 3 baths, spacious, vaulted ceilings, covered deck. Great family home.

Trail

T LO AT E R

Rossland

D

A great family home on a super lot in a super location near school & parks.

0.28 acres, large wrokshop with Beaver Creek nearby.

Like new inside and out best describes this fully Ànished starter or retirement home. Mint, mint mint! Call today

Super home in a super location.

Walk to everything!

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

SE

OU

Saturday, May 19 11:am - 1:00pm

East Trail

TO LK ING WARYTH E EV

Fruitvale

OPEN HOUSE

This updated home has 5 large bdrms, 2 baths, a spacious kitchen, plus main Áoor laundry.

Genelle

Trail

$249,900

Trail

ILY AM EF

This great4 bdrm homeis situated on a nicely landscaped corner lot and only 2 blocks from school!

$219,500

G TIN LIS

L

G AR

Glenmerry

Affordable 3 bdrm home on 4.5 acres with a barn and small creek.

Great potential for a nice horse property.

$239,000

Fruitvale

ED

SEL

M

Downtown Trail

IAL NT TE O P

www.allprorealty.ca

Totally modernizce WarÀeld gem!

Move in ready.

A must to see!

OPEN HOUSE

ANNABLE, 156 Haig Street.

Sat. May 19, 8am-2pm. Lots of Daycare Stuff.

250-368-5000

WarÀeld

$389,000

Garage Sales

1148 Bay Ave, Trail

Your chance to be your own boss!

Successful turn-key operation.

Fully updated, Àve bedroom, two bath family home, just steps to the school and park.

SOLD

ing 8lbs, 8oz. born March 13, weigh

Trail

Glenmerry

BUTCHER SHOP

Chris Grif¿n

Drop in to 1163 Cedar Ave or email your photo, information and Mastercard or Visa number to nationals@trailtimes.ca 250-368-8551 ext 204

Houses For Sale

Food Products

pleased to Lois & Peter Grif¿n are ir son the of th bir the ce un no an

Deadline: 2 days prior to publication by 11am.

The Trail Daily Times will continue to publish straight birth announcements free of charge - as always

389,900

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

1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/newspaper?

BC LIVESTOCK is holding a ranch equipment auction Saturday May 26th 10:30A.M. For Craig Ervin of Lone Butte.

Tractors, haying equipment, backhoe, trucks, tools, saddles & tack, skidoo’s, quads, lots, lots more. View website at www.bclivestock.bc.ca F.M.I. Call 250-573-3939

Volunteer your time, energy and skills today.

Misc. Wanted

s BEDROOM BATHROOMS s HEATED WORKSHOP s YARD TO DIE FOR WITH 5' SPRINKLERS s OFlCE s HEAT PUMP

Auctions

Fight Back.

Receive a 2x3 birth included announcement for only $29.99 HST

PAYING CASH for old furniture, antiques, collectables and articles of value. Please phone Pat Hogan 250-3689190, 250-352-6822

7301 DeVito Drive, Trail BC

Merchandise for Sale

BC INSPECTED GRADED AA OR BETTER LOCALLY GROWN NATURAL BEEF Hormone Free Grass Fed/Grain Finished $100 Packages Available Quarters/Halves $2.45/lb Hanging Weight Extra Lean Hamburger $4.00/lb TARZWELL FARMS 250-428-4316 Creston

7 A[[fiWa[ \eh W B_\[j_c[

A terriÀc 3 bdrm full basement home at a great price on a fantastic lot in a super location.

New kitchen, good parking!

Waneta

D!

$479,500

Rare Ànd! 14.7 acre hobby farm plus large family home, barn and shop.

Beautiful property in a unique micro climate.

East Trail

Trail

$189,000

4 bedroom home with heated double car garage.

Mint!

Thea Stayanovich ext 28 Joy DeMelo ext 29

SOLD

Solid 2 bdrm home close to Gyro

www.facebook.com/ allprorealtyltdtrailbc

Trail Daily Times Friday, May 18, 2012

www.trailtimes.ca A21

CLASSIFIEDS Rentals

Transportation

Transportation

Transportation

Apt/Condo for Rent

Auto Financing

Scrap Car Removal

Moorage

ROSSLAND, bach. apt. Golden City Manor. Over 55. N/S. N/P. Subsidized.

250-3623385, 250-362-5030.

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

SUNNINGDALE, 1bdrm. bachelor or bachelorette. TV cable included, free use of washer and dryer. Private entrance. NS. NP. $500./mo.

250-368-3055 TRAIL, 2 Bedroom suite in House. Ideal location, across from Gyro park, walk to downtown and grocery stores, schools and Hospital. Great unit for a single person. No smoking, no pets. Ref. required. 250-368-7435 WARFIELD 2bd condo totally renovated 250-362-7716

www.PreApproval.cc DL# 7557

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

1-800-910-6402

GUARANTEED We Will Pay You $1000

All Makes, All Models.

New & Used Inventory.

1-888-229-0744 or apply at: www.greatcanadianautocredit.com

Homes for Rent

Must be employed w/ $1800/mo. income w/ drivers license. DL #30526

Rossland-Furnished Rentals: nightly, weekly, monthly:visit MountainTownProperties.ca or 250-368-7556

Please remember to recycle your past issues of the Times! supports Your help to openTrail doors inDaily your neighbourhood

OPEN A DOOR AND GIVE CANADIANS MORE TIME.

FIND EVERYTHING YOU NEED IN THE CLASSIFIEDS Auto Loans or

DO YOUR PART!

Trucks & Vans 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan.

V6, 3.3L Excellent Condition.

Winter and summer rims included. Stow n’ go seating.

Dual climate zone plus rear air.

86,000km. $9800obo.

Phone: (250)365-3042.

Rare opportunity to own one of the very popular Nelson boathouses. This boathouse has had numerous recent upgrades, including new front and back doors as well as new decking. This is a great boathouse for some family fun and a great way to take advantage of all of the fun opportunities Kootenay Lake has to offer.

For more info contact Bev at 250-505-5744 or by email at taillon@shaw.ca.

life-saving research.

Register today at heartandstroke.ca/HELP or call 1-888-HSF-INFO

Long Live Life.

C A R R I E R S U P E R S TA R S

E

Transportation

Auto Financing s 9/5 2% !002/6%$ s 9/5 2% !002/6%$ s 9/5 2% !002/6%$ s

s '//$ #2%$)4 s "!$ #2%$)4 s ./ #2%$)4 s ()'( $%"4 2!4% s 34 4)-% "59%2 s "!.+2504#9 s $)6/2#%

YOU’RE APPROVED Call Dennis, Shawn or Paul

for Pre-Approval www.amford.com or www.autocanada.com

s 9/5 2% !002/6%$ s 9/5 2% !002/6%$ s 9/5 2% !002/6%$ s

9/5 2% !002/6%$ s 9/5 2% !002/6%$

Having a

GARAGE SALE?

9/5 2% !002/6%$ s 9/5 2% !002/6%$

1930 Model-A Ford Tudor, green/ black. Fully restored.

Drive it home. Asking $13,000 obo 509-446-1045 or 509-6756432

Presenting Ethan with his prize is circulation manager Michelle Bedford.

Carrier of the month winner is Ethan Szabo who delivers in Rivervale. His clients rave about him: “Polite, friendly, punctual and responsible”. Honorable mention to Ethan’s grandfather, Joe, who fills in when Ethan is busy. Thanks to both of you for doing an outstanding job!

Motorcycles

CARRIER OF THE MONTH RECEIVES

Need A Vehicle! Guaranteed Auto Loan. Apply Now, 1.877.680.1231 www.UapplyUdrive.ca

Cars - Domestic

1993 YAMAHA VMax, 46,000 kms. New tires, chrome additions, windshield. $3,500. obo.

250-367-6448

Apt/Condo for Rent

Apt/Condo for Rent

FRANCESCO ESTATES & ERMALINDA APARTMENTS Beautiful, Clean and Well Maintained 1, 2, & 3 Bedroom Apartments for Rent Located by the Columbia River in Glenmerry Adult and Seniors oriented, No Pets and No Smoking Reasonable Rents, Come and have a look Phone 250-368-6761 or 250-364-1922

BELLA VISTA TOWNHOMES Well maintained 2 & 3 bedrooms townhouse for rent located in Shaver’s Bench No pets and no smoking Reasonable prices Phone 364-1822 or 364-0931.

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

Passes to

Pizza from

If you would like to nominate your carrier fill out this form and drop it off at Trail Daily Times, 1163 Cedar Ave, Trail, call 250-364-1413 or e-mail circulation@trailtimes.ca I would like to nominate the following carrier for carrier of the month

____________________________________________ ____________________________________________

Package Includes: Ê Ê Ê Ê Ê Ê Ê Ê Ê

12

UÊÎÊ iÊV >Ãà wi`Ê>` UÊ{ʺ >À>}iÊ-> i»Êà } à UÊ£ ÓÊ«À V }Ê >L ià UÊÊ-ÕVViÃÃvÕ ÊÌ «ÃÊv ÀÊ>ÊÊÊÊ ¼ Ê >Ãà i½ÊÃ> i Only UÊ*Ài Ã> iÊV iV ÃÌ UÊ-> iÃÊÀiV À`Êv À Uʼ Ê*>À }½Êà } Uʼ*>ÞÊ iÀi½Êà } Uʼ- ÀÀÞ]Ê ÊÀiÃÌÀ ýÊà }

$

99

³Ê -/ ÊÀivÕ `>L i°

250.368.8551

REDUCE REUSE RECYCLE Find it or sell it in our classifieds.

SUNDAY HOROSCOPE

By Francis Drake For Sunday, May 20, 2012 ARIES (March 21 to April 19) You’ll be busier in the next month. Short trips, errands, discussions with siblings, relatives and neighbors, plus increased reading will accelerate your daily pace.

TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) In the next month, you’ll be keen to work hard to earn money. Some of you also might be contemplat-

The Trail Daily Times provides the most comprehensive GARAGE SALE PACKAGE available, at the BEST PRICE!

ing a major expenditure.

GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) Today the Sun moves into Gemini to stay for the next four weeks, giving you a chance to recharge your batteries for the rest of the year. It’s all about you!

CANCER (June 21 to July 22) You now enter a fourweek period just before your birthday. This is the best time of year for you to plan ahead and decide

what you want your new year to be all about.

LEO (July 23 to Aug. 22) A popular month ahead!

Accept all invitations. Enjoy schmoozing with others.

Many of you also will join classes, clubs, groups and associations.

VIRGO (Aug. 23 to Sept. 22) In the coming month, the Sun will be at the top of your chart. (This happens only once a year.) This

means people in authority will notice you in a favorable way. (It’s like great lighting for you.)

LIBRA (Sept. 23 to Oct. 22) Grab every opportunity to travel in the next month, because you want to spread your wings. Be a tourist in your own town. Visit new places and learn new things.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23 to Nov. 21) In the coming month, you will be unusually intense and passionate about everything. (Romance will be hot and heavy!)

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22 to Dec. 21) Do whatever you can to get more rest, because the Sun is now sitting opposite from your sign, which means it’s as far away as

Call us to place your classified ad

250-368-8551 ext. 0

it ever gets in the year.

Respect your need for more sleep.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22 to Jan. 19) Suddenly, you’re gungho to get organized. In the month ahead, you’ll want to be as efficient and effective as possible. Act on this burst of energy!

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20 to Feb. 18) Get ready for a fun-loving, playful month ahead, because the stars want you to party! Go on a vacation. Enjoy love affairs and romance. Sports and playful times with children will appeal.

PISCES (Feb. 19 to March 20) Home, family and your domestic scene will be your top priority in the month ahead. Interaction with

a parent could be significant.

YOU BORN TODAY Because you are so innovative and original, you’re not afraid to be “different.” You almost always follow your instincts, which, although quirky, generally are quite noble. You constantly seek amusing pastimes because you don’t like to be bored.

You adore travel. You are enthusiastic about what you like. In the year ahead, a major decision will rise.

Choose wisely.

Birthdate of: Joe Cocker, singer; Cher, musician/ actress; Timothy Olyphant, actor. (c) 2012 King Features Syndicate, Inc.

A22 www.trailtimes.ca

Friday, May 18, 2012 Trail Daily Times

CLASSIFIEDS

MONDAY/TUESDAY HOROSCOPE

By Francis Drake For Monday, May 21, 2012 ARIES (March 21 to April 19) Today you are so confident! You’re almost swaggering because you’re full of big, money-making ideas that excite you. You quite literally feel like a player, because you know you’re in the zone!

TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) You easily will see the big picture in anything you look at or discuss today. You also will be intellectually more tolerant of other people’s viewpoints.

GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) A kind of inner optimism makes you feel happy, content and enthusiastic about life today. Essentially, it’s a belief in your own positive future.

CANCER (June 21 to July 22) All group activities will be rewarding and upbeat for you. Accept invitations from others. It’s time to rally the troops!

LEO (July 23 to Aug. 22)

Conversations with bosses, parents, teachers and VIPs will be extremely positive today.

Others are impressed with your ability to “think big.”

VIRGO (Aug. 23 to Sept. 22) Travel plans are exciting.

You’re starting to wrap your head around bigger ideas that you previously had entertained. This enthusiasm extends to school plans and anything having to do with medicine and the law.

LIBRA (Sept. 23 to Oct. 22) Keep your pockets open, because others will be generous to you today. This is an excellent day to discuss how to share or divide something, especially inheritances and jointly held property.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23 to Nov. 21) Conversations with friends and partners are unusually positive and upbeat today. In part, this is because people feel generous to each other.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22 to Dec. 21) This is a wonderful day at work. Meetings with co-work-

ers will be positive and successful. Work-related travel is likely. (But you will like it.)

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22 to Jan. 19) What a fun-loving day to party! Enjoy playful activities with children. Artists will be particularly confident about their ability to create something.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20 to Feb. 18) Family gatherings will be enjoyable today because everyone is in a great mood.

People will be generous and supportive of each other, which sets the tone for a happy get-together.

PISCES (Feb. 19 to March 20) Because you’re full of positive thoughts today, that is how your day will unfold.

First comes the thought, then comes the word, and from the word springs the deed.

Soon the deed becomes habit, which eventually hardens into character. Thoughts are important!

YOU BORN TODAY You often have long-range goals that you courageously pursue.

Because of your own personal dedication, you’re successful.

You’re practical in how you put your ideals into action.

You never give up because you believe that eventually, the money, resources and opportunities that are necessary will come to you. Work hard to build or construct something in the year ahead, because your rewards soon will follow.

Birthdate of: Janet Dailey, novelist; Raymond Burr, actor; Sarah Ramos, actress.

For Tuesday, May 22, 2012 ARIES (March 21 to April 19) This is a feel-good day.

You’ll especially enjoy talking to neighbors, relatives and siblings. Many of you can make money from your words today.

TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) You’re full of moneymaking schemes today, or possibly money-spending schemes!

Whatever the case, postpone both of these ideas until Thursday, when things look more financially solid.

GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) Both the Sun and the Moon are in your sign today, along with fair Venus. This makes it a pleasant, easygoing day to enjoy the company of others.

Try to relax as much as possible.

CANCER (June 21 to July 22) You’re focused on behind-

the-scenes matters and working at home. This could yield good results from your efforts to research something. Secret love affairs are possible.

LEO (July 23 to Aug. 22) Enjoy schmoozing with others today, especially in group situations. People who are younger and creative will especially catch your eye.

Think about your future goals today.

VIRGO (Aug. 23 to Sept. 22) You are still so energized with Mars in your sign that everyone around you notices this. Fortunately, today is an easy day to get along with authority figures -- bosses, parents, teachers and VIPs. LIBRA (Sept. 23 to Oct. 22) Because your appreciation of beauty is heightened today, give yourself a chance to enjoy gorgeous architectural buildings, beautiful parks, boutiques, museums and art galleries. Your soul will sing!

SCORPIO (Oct. 23 to Nov. 21) Gifts, goodies and favors from others might come your way today. Keep your eyes open for these opportunities. Whatever you do receive will arrive with no strings attached.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22 to Dec. 21) This is a good day to enjoy time with partners and close friends. There’s an easygoing element to this day that

SATURDAY’S CROSSWORD

makes conversations with others friendly and harmonious.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22 to Jan. 19) Co-workers are supportive today. This is a good day to make where you work look more attractive. Romance with a co-worker also might begin.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20 to Feb. 18) This can be a lovely, pleasant, flirtatious day for many of you. Enjoy sports events, social outings, movies and the theater. Playful times with children will be rewarding.

PISCES (Feb. 19 to March 20) You’ll enjoy redecorating or tweaking your digs today, because you want to make things look more attractive.

However, wait until Thursday to make important purchases for your home.

YOU BORN TODAY You do things on a magnificent scale because you have energy for epic feats. (You are excessive!) You enjoy the company of children, and they enjoy your dramatic talents. You are obsessed with whatever you’re doing at the moment, and you’re wonderfully productive. In the year ahead, a major change will take place, perhaps as significant as whatever happened around 2001.

Birthdate of: Bernie Taupin, lyricist; Maggie Q, actress; Richard Wagner, opera composer/poet.

Trail Daily Times Friday, May 18, 2012

www.trailtimes.ca A23

p PLASMA

Home Solutions

55" SMART VIERA Full HD 3D Plasma television

Progressive Full HD 3D q 12,286 Shades of gradation q Pro setting menu q Web smoother for Motion picture q 2D-3D conversion q 3D Real sound q VIERA Connect q Web browser q Built in WiFi q DLNA q 3D Media player q SD photo gallery q Game PRGH q +'0, WHUPLQDOV [ q 86% WHUPLQDOV [

Home Audio Installations TV Mounting Residential Commercial Pre-Wiring Home Automation Home Delivery

SAVE

$1

NEW MODEL

198888

$

2012

TC-P55ST50

$59.97

* additional charges may apply

for 48 months

FINANCING AVAILABLE!

NEW MODEL

p p

2012

iGroove SXT iPod Speaker System iGr

Hug stereo sound from a pint-sized package Huge to cell phone interference q Biq Impervious Im ampliďŹ ed design virtually eliminates distortion amp W q Works with any iPod or iPhone with a 30-

SAVE

Browsing on the TV is just like browsing on the PC. ' p p /(' 79 6HULHV

$51

17888

con connect via DX[LOLDU\ input q Instant wake functionality when using your iPod's alarm clock func feature q Quickly recharges the iPod iPod touch feat or iiPhone q Includes IR remote power adapter and power cord

$

IGROOVE SXT

8OWUD Slim TV category q Clear Motion Rate technology q Smart TV q Apps built for TV q Web Browser & Search All q Wi-Fi built-in q $OO6KDUHu Play with 5Gb cloud service q &RQQHFW6KDUHu Movie q Smart Phone Remote support q 6N\SHu FRPSDWLEOH 6DPVXQJ Skype camera is required and sold VHSDUDWHO\ q +'0,Â&#x2C6; LQSXWV q 86% LQSXWV q (WKHUQHW LQSXW

46p

SAVE

55p

$151

1348

TING TH STAR

$251

MAY

1848

88

$

SAVE

88

$

UN46ES6100

18

UN55ES6100

$40.67

$55.47

for 48 months

for 48 months

PLAY:3 (S3)

BRIDGE (BR100)

PLAY:3 (S3)

SONOS BRIDGE is the instant setup solution for your Sonos wireless network. Connect nnect the BRIDGE to your router and all Sonos players can go anywhere and work wirelessly. essly.

SONOS PLAY:3 is the versatile, all-in-one player with big sound in a compact size. With three integrated speakers and three digital amps, PLAY:3 streams all the music on earth wirelessly in any room for wall-to-wall sound. Go vertical or horizontal. Control with free apps for your AndroidÂŽ smartphone, iPhoneÂŽ or iPadÂŽ.

SONOS

SONOS

BRIDGE (BR100)

Experience wireless music throughout your home Price Package SAVE

PLAY:3 (S3)

$21

69888

$

2x S3, BR100

SAVE

$61

38888

$

Home Theater Package

3D-compatible HTiB delivers clear and dynamic sound from an HD Audio capable AV receiver with 1080p-compatible HDMI repeater in/1 RXW a low and slim front speaker, compact surround speakers and an Advanced YST subwoofer.

5.1-channel total 600W powerful sound : [ 5 + 100W VXEZRRIHU q 8SJUDGHG CINEMA DSP with 17 DSP programs

YHT494

*Offer valid until May 25th while supplies last.

Prices may change without notice.

CASTLEGAR

KELOWNA

200-1965 Columbia Ave. 2153 Springfield Road (250) 365-6455 (250) 860-2600

NOW OPEN

TELUS KIOSK

WEST KELOWNA

CRANBROOK

NELSON

#200 - 2180 Elk Rd. (250) 707-2600

101 Kootenay St. North (250) 426-8927

Chahko Mika Mall (250) 352-7258

A24 www.trailtimes.ca

Friday, May 18, 2012 Trail Daily Times

$10,000 cashback for first time buyers

365,000

Energy efficient design 4 bed 3 bath & 2 car garage

land + house + net HST

Richard Daoust 250.368.7987 Robert Felsch 250.368.1966 richard.daoust@century21.ca

4HE ,OCAL %XPERTSâ&#x201E;˘

SOLD

1 1345 C Columbia Ave, Trail A

SOLD

1 1045 Lower China Creek C Rd, Genelle R

SOLD

KOOTENAY HOMES INC.

#EDAR !VENUE 4RAIL s WWW KOOTENAYHOMES COM WWW CENTURY Ca STING NEW LI

HUGE

ION

REDUCT

STING NEW LI

$154,900 $

$345,000 $

1 1533 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 4th Avenue, 4 T Trail

$154,900 $

Call Terry 250-231-1101

STING NEW LI

2611 Maple Crescent, Rossland

$459,000

Timeless! This warm and gracious home features mahogany living room, inlaid oak flooring, wood fireplace, renovated kitchen, incredible views, large sundeck, private yard and so much more!

Call Mary M (250) 231-0264

1550 Victoria Avenue, Rossland

$399,500

WOW!! - This beautifully renovated bright and sunny 4 bdrm/ 3 bath contemporary family home features new stucco, new mudroom entry with heated tile floors, gorgeous new bath, large bedrooms, spacious open plan living areas and amazing views.

Call Mary A (250) 521-0525

Now on the market and waiting for your dream home design!

Beautiful spacious building lots in a fantastic family subdivision. Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll feel youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re on top of the world on your fully serviced view lot close to town and all amenities! Each lot is unique and great ideas for possible home plans are available in an information package upon request. Reputable builder available as well! Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t wait! Get the best selection!

First Lot Sold will Qualify for $10,000 cash back

(upon closing, from the proceeds of the sale) Call Deanne (250) 231-0153

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

www.kootenayhomes.com

2050 Green Road, Fruitvale

2740 Tamarack Avenue, Rossland

$489,000

$339,000

Beautiful 4 bdrm, 2.5 bath home on 4.9 acres! Home features deluxe kitchen, covered deck, patio, gazebo, pasture and fencing, separate shop, and double attached garage. Call your REALTORÂŽ today.

The right price. The right location.

4 bedroom, 3 bathroom home in Pinewood. Call now for your personal viewing..

3955 Red Mountain Road, Rossland Dropped from $439,900! View 1.4 acres with subdivision potential. This home has great views from every window, large open living and dining rooms, 2 bdrms on main and 1 down. You will love the huge deck in summer and the cozy wood stove in winter.

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

STING NEW LI

$330,000

Call Mary M (250) 231-0264

385 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 8th Avenue, Montrose

$339,000

This custom-built home is located on one of the most beautiful lots in the area. The yard offers almost 360 degree view of Montrose and incredible privacy. Home offers vaulted ceilings, 2-3 bdrms, huge windows, and 2 fireplaces. Huge workshop, double carport, 2 private patios and 1 sundeck. This one has it all.

Call Mary M (250) 231-0264

STING NEW LI

OPEN HOUSE Saturday May 19 11am - 1pm

660 Dickens Street, Warfield

730 Binns Street, Trail

Cute 3 bdrm with many upgrades including kitchen, windows and electrical.

Deck off the kitchen/dining area, large 2 car garage with attached workshop area.

Call your REALTOR(R) to view this great family home.

Thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s character everywhere! Updated electrical, hardwood floors, large living/ dining rooms, huge country kitchen, private yard, plenty of parking.......the list goes on. This one is a must see!

Violin Lake Road, Trail

1621 Cooke Avenue, Rossland

10 Acres of Raw Land - Build your dream ranch within city limits - Bring your offer.

Call Art (250) 368-8818

Call Mark (250) 231-5591

4 level split 6 bdrm solid home on 90x100 lot. New roof, new deck, huge double car garage / workshop. Lots of space here!

$225,000

$149,900

Call Christine (250) 512-7653

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

$195,000

Ron Allibone

Christine Albo

Terry Alton

Cell: 250-512-7653

ext 39

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

Mark Wilson

Art Forrest

ext 30

Cell: 250-231-5591

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

Darlene Abenante ext 23 Cell: 250.231.0527

darlene@hometeam.ca www.kootenayhomes.com

Call Mark (250) 231-5591

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

Cell: 250-231-0153

deannelockhart@shaw.ca www.kootenayhomes.com

$369,000

ext 42

c21art@telus.net www.kootenayhomes.com

Mary Amantea

ext 26

Cell: 250-521-0525

mamantea@telus.net www.kootenayhomes.com

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