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The proposed legislated rebate would be a refund cheque that could be used to help people with the deposit on a new home, lower their overall debt or for RRSPs, which can be used as a tax deduction.

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Robb’s Ride - fitness event growing by leaps and bounds CASSANDRA CHIN West Kootenay Advertiser

Completing its sixth year, Robb’s Ride saw 160 cyclists complete another 348-kilometre route from Grand Forks to Osoyoos and back, from June 1 to 3.

Robb’s Ride has cyclists participating from around British Columbia and Alberta, and is starting to draw attention from Washington.

Bob MacLean, Robb’s Ride is an event, not a race... all who take part are winners. president of the Grand Cassandra Chin photo Forks Cycling Club, explained the purpose Sebastian explained off a mountain that each year, with around is to have fun. that Robb’s Ride began year, a week before the 120 cyclists last year “It’s not a race by six years ago when the ride was to occur and and roughly 160 this any means,” he said. Grand Forks Cycling the ride was cancelled. year.

“It’s an all-ages event, Club decided to start Hence the name MacLean added but you should have spring training.

Robb’s Ride, it was the that there is a trailing a road bike, and you “I organized within ride Robb cancelled vehicle that will supdo need to have some the Grand Forks Cy- for everybody – so it port anyone who is decent physical fitness cling Club a group of was a joke at first, but struggling. “It’s fully in order to complete six or seven of us to go the name stuck.” supported with a lead over 300 kilometres of around the Kootenays Sebastian noted car and trailing car,” riding.” for spring training,” he that the ride has been MacLean said.

Dr. Robert (Robb) said. “Of course, I fell growing 30 per cent Day one is a 104-ki-

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On the second day, participants head towards Osoyoos through the roads in Northern Washington.

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The final day is considered the “Queen stage” with the challenging Anarchist and Eholt summits part of the 120-kilometre journey back into Grand Forks.

“It’s nice to bring it home to Grand Forks so we can fill up the hotels and restaurants, and it is excellent riding,” Sebastian said.

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With about 40 members the West Kootenay Camera Club has a load of talent to go around, and the members are continually looking to learn more.

In their most recent competition the club called upon four expert judges to go over entries in categories including Nature; Human Interest; Photojournalism; Creative Images; Flowers; Open; Portraits; Architecture and Still Life.

The photos were amassed and displayed at Castlegar’s Kootenay Gallery starting on Friday night, June 1.

The exhibit had originally been slated to run a total of three days but as it turned out, the club, and the public, got a bonus with the photos to be on display right through to June 9.

The show will then move south for a three day run in Trail from June 22-24 at the Waneta Mall.

The club is an ideal environment for anyone interested in photography, whatever level they may be at.

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What does help is a certain amount of sensitivity and the ability to know a great subject when you see it.

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It’s often said, ‘the more the merrier,’ and that’s certainly the case with the West Kootenay Camera Club. Anyone with an interest is warmly welcomed to join in the fun and the learning.

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What’s New with What’s Old? Messages add to postcards’ charm GREG NESTEROFF

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Part of an ongoing series about West Kootenay collectibles.

Postcard collecting appeals to different people for different reasons.

Most deltiologists (the pretentious name for postcard collectors) are after what’s on the front of the card, be it a specific town or theme. But there are other interesting things to watch for: the stamps, postal cancellations — and messages.

While often banal, once in a while you find a gem that gives you insight into the era it was written or a fleeting glimpse of someone’s life.

Here are some examples that recently sold on eBay for a few dollars each.

One, an undated but circa1910s card showing Nelson’s Cottonwood canyon: “We passed so many beautiful waterfalls. Went out kodaking here and got some dandies. But we all notice the altitude so.

It is 8,000 ft. elevation and so hard breathing. I can hardly sing.

Have just finished another lovely stage dress. It is a nile green accordian pleated with white shadow lace and pink beads.

Very pretty for dancing. Our dances are going big everywhere especially the Hesitation.”

So, both an instance of the obscure word kodaking — as in picture taking — and a reference to the hesitation waltz, in which dancers suspend a foot in the air

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1907 Trail postcard contains an ominous, fearful message. Pictured below, right, Nelson’s Cottonwood Canyon.

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during the full waltz measure.

(Thanks, Wikipedia.)

Another card showing a man in front of Cottonwood Falls in winter was postmarked Nelson, April 25, 1909 and mailed to Miss Mary Davies, 743 Greenwood, Portland, Oregon. It read: “Dear Mary, I rather like here (as much as it is possible for a Kasloite to like Nelson) and am in no great hurry to go.

The falls shown are nothing to our own Powder Falls. DHB” (Powder Falls are across Kootenay Lake from Kaslo.)

A card showing a bird’s-eye-view of Trail mailed in December 1907 to Miss M. Bullery of Surrey Centre, struck an om-

inous tone: “Am worried to death. Am trying to get something for closing exercises.

L.W.” A teacher seeking inspiration?

Finally, an unmailed card showing the original stairs from downtown Trail to the smelter (with original capitalization, spelling, and grammar) reads: “This is the steps that goes up to the Smelter Junction.

There is a depot up there. Two of the trains come down town and the other stops up there. There is 290 steps on the picture. Where you see the Telephone Pole and Electric Light is just 1/2 of the way up.

Where the Pole is is where the wagon road goes up to the Hill. I

wish you could see the roads winding up the Mt. It looks a little fishy until one gets used to it. The first time I climbed those steps I was Dizzy and Darned near Petered out to.”

See more pictures of the described cards

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would take more than just making great chocolates, so she availed herself of some help from the Ashland Training Centre, and Employment Insurance which supplied a ‘business boost.’

She now makes the rounds to all the venues where she can display her wares.

The circuit has included car shows, farmer’s markets and other sorts of outdoor events, although she has since gravitated to more indoor functions. The reasoning for the switch is obvious given the relatively delicate nature of her products.

One of the pivotal events that got her feet wet, so to speak, was a golf-related function being held at the Sandman Inn back in 2010. It was a large order that she first found daunting, but with hard work and a can-do attitude, she pulled it off. She now is practically a fixture at certain shows, for example, a pair of multi-day fairs on successive April weekends in Castlegar and Trail, respectively.

With everything she

needs contained in one large basket and a couple of boxes, her attractive display can be mounted in a matter of minutes.

Larsen’s talents have added to the success of presentations such as the Business Expo last year at Selkirk College in Castlegar, plus the popular ‘Soup for the Cultured Soul’ event at the Kootenay Gallery where her visits are appreciated.

“She always brings in chocolates to go with whatever occasion,” relates Gallery Executive Director Val Field, “like Mothers’ Day, Valentines Day or Easter. They’re very popular, especially at Christmas because she does theme chocolates that make for a very unique gift.”

Loretta’s always on the lookout for new techniques and keeps up with what’s going on in the world of chocolate artistry. She recognizes the value of versatility and has since branched out to teaching her craft as well as selling her product. She has also diversified her catalogue to include

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there and started my life there... getting married and having children,” she relates over a chocolate or two during a recent visit with Black Press.

Loretta discovered quite early the joy of working with chocolate, making treats for family and friends.

“There was a lady who had a store in Prince George and she sold the chocolates and the molds and supplies.”

Getting into this sort of hobby was a natural progression for the avid cook and baker.

“The chocolates were just something different to try,” she continues – “a lot of experimenting.”

The idea of making a concerted effort toward her own chocolate making business came to Loretta about four years ago, after a move to Castlegar where her husband Dennis works for Mountain Transport Institute.

It all made sense, after all, as the best advice is so often given – ‘Do what you enjoy!’

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Loretta does all in her power to promote her business, but, not surprisingly, says word of mouth is her best possible referral.

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Trade shows, weddings, craft fairs and other special events across the West Kootenay are likely to feature the presence a lot of folks find simply irresistible. It’s an assortment of flavours that trigger happy memories, and it is presented by Loretta Larsen’s Detailed Chocolate Expressions.

Loretta is in the fourth year of her enterprise and if the trend continues as it has to date... the sweetest days are definitely straight ahead.

Larsen says business has tripled in the last several years, and, in a way, it’s little wonder.

She’s offering a product most of us need no introduction to, and are probably already sold on. She produces a tantalizing array of chocolates with quality ingredients, expert preparation and a professional and friendly presentation.

Loretta has arrived in Castlegar from Colorado, by way of beautiful Northwestern B.C. Her family emigrated in 1972. Loretta’s dad was a farmer/ rancher who had long dreamed of moving to Canada.

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Arts & Culture

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Sculpture Talk

Welcome to our new regular feature introducing the artists behind the sculptures in this year’s Castlegar SculptureWalk.

‘Patient Hunter’ (steel) Two talented artisans have joined forces yet again – viewers at this year’s Sculpturewalk will be the beneficiaries.

James Karthein of Ridgeline Metal Works and Kevin Kratz of Goose Creek Forge have worked collaboratively over the years to produce both practical and artistic ironworks and steel fabrications. Now they are set to make a splash at Sculpturewalk with a work that has been in their collective heads for a number of years.

“Both of us are wildlife and nature enthusiasts and Kevin is an inveterate bird watcher,” says Karthein. “We’ve had the idea of sculpting a blue heron for a long time because of the populations at the Waldie Island Reserve right here in Castlegar, so the subject and the moment seemed right. This is our first piece at Sculpturewalk and the reserve is a little known local treasure if you’re a fan of these magnificent birds as we are.”

Their handcrafted (over 600 ‘feathers’ alone!) sculpture is a labour of love, reflective of the importance each of them place in sterling craftsmanship and workmanship of the highest quality. The quality and processing of the metal used, along with their meticulous fabrication, is reflected in the shimmer and lustre of every piece that makes up the work as a whole .

‘Patient Hunter’ stands 7 feet tall, including the ironwork depicting the derelict wharf/pier he stands on, one leg bent, ever watchful. Kratz and Karthein spent hours studying their subject matter before beginning to fabricate from the ground up. “Every piece of the sculpture you see is made by hand”, says Karthein. “Whatever we do collectively, or on our own, is all old-style, traditional handiwork,” adds Kratz. “Machines and moulds

aren’t really our thing at all.”

The duo came to be an artistic powerhouse from different approaches.

Kratz spent 12 years as a metal engraver working at his father’s business before opening his own forge.

He teaches blacksmithing part-time at Selkirk College’s Kootenay School of the Arts. Karthein began his decades-long involvement with metal working in a bicycle frame building shop in Toronto, then spent a number of years learning the craft and skills of fabrication in Whistler prior to moving to the valley and starting up

“Whatever we do collectively, or on our own, is all old-style, traditional handiwork.”

Kevin Kratz /James Karthein his own company.

For each, the artistic side of their work is as important as the practical, everyday bread-and-butter pieces.

Recently, they completed a large civic art project for the City of Revelstoke and, together with Simon Mitchell, have represented the province several times at the prestigious National Capital Commission’s Winterlude National Snow Sculpture competition.

‘Patient Hunter’ is another winning collaboration from two talented artists who are good friends.

For more information on SculptureWalk pick up a brochure from one of the ballot boxes in downtown Castlegar or visit www.sculpturewalkcastlegar.com

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Lois Hayes was in the original class of ‘52 and said that not too much has changed in the school from then to now, other than the gym being replaced after a fire.

The class of ‘52 and the years following that mingled with current students, many of whom were quite interested in their school’s history.

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Poultry prowl goes off without a cluck Rossland briefs The Chicken Crawl took place over the weekend.

It is an event for people interested in raising backyard chickens to learn more on the subject.

There are quite a few Rossland residents who keep backyard chickens and were ready Sunday to answer any questions.

The chickens are assorted varieties of heritage breeds. Some lay interestingly coloured eggs in various shapes and sizes. Those doing the chicken crawl could make their way around Rossland, visiting the various coops as they went.

Progress made with historical group Rossland is making

way with its heritage commission, which presented its plans to the Regional District of Kootenay Boundary during their board meeting last week.

The commission offered to be a resource for other communities in the district that want to set up their own committee.

Jackie Drysdale, president of the commission, said they

keep a registry of the heritage sites in Rossland which includes over 30 buildings, such as the Miners’ Hall, built in 1898, and the Bank of Montreal, built between 1898 and ‘99.

At the moment the committee is working on a three year plan for the restoration of the Rossland Cemetery.

‘Silver City’ is aptly nicknamed Trail briefs Trail has one of the highest senior populations in the Kootenays, second only to Creston, with a total population of 1,930 people — or 25.1 per cent — 65 years of age or older, according to figures released

by Statistics Canada Tuesday.

In fact, Trail was second in the median age category, again to Creston, with an average age of 49.8 years (Creston was 55.2), and had the second highest per capita of octogenarians and above at 9.3 per cent (Creston at 11 per cent).

As a result, Trail had the lowest proportion of young people in the zero-to-14 category with 13 per cent of the population, or 1,005 people.

Over 62 per cent of the city’s population was in the working class age group (1564).

A little further afield in the Golden City, Rossland led the Kootenays with the youngest median age at 39.9 years, edging out youthful Nelson that came in at 40.9.

The mountain kingdom had a perfect even split of males and females, with 1,780 on each side.

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number men by 450, or 4,065 to 3,615.

New reservoir in service With a turn of the tap, a staple of life in Greater Trail received an important upgrade earlier this month.

At the beginning of May, water began to flow from the brand new $2.1 million Coleman Street Reservoir.

“We don’t see projects this big very often,” said Trail Councilor Gord DeRosa.

“This was a matter of replacing aging infrastructure with state of the art.”

The new structure

replaces the original open-top concrete pit reservoir, which was over 70 years old, and posed the obvious health and maintenance factors.

“The age of the old reservoir, the unreliability of water quality, there were so many unknowns,” explained John Howes, an engineering technician for the City of Trail.

“We were being very proactive on this one,” he added.

The new reservoir, which holds 3.5 million litres of water, roughly the same as the old one, will service the West Trail corridor and into portions of downtown.

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The report found that in 2011, the Kootenay’s labour market grew by approximately 2,700 jobs, or 3.9 per cent. Full-time positions accounted for two thirds of all job creation, suggesting an underlying strength in last year’s employment gains.

Employment growth was driven by the services-producing sector, which increased by 4,000 jobs.

Industries posting sizeable gains were accommodation and food services with 1,200 jobs, health care and social assistance with 1,000 jobs, and transportation and warehousing with 900 jobs. In contrast, the goods-producing sector shed 1,300 workers, with wood product producers reporting the largest job losses, losing 1,600 jobs.

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THE CORPORATION OF THE CITY OF GRAND FORKS

City Hall Times

City of Grand Forks • P.O. Box 220 • 7217 - 4th Street • Grand Forks, B.C. V0H 1H0

Connecting with the Community

Important information regarding your property tax notices and Tax Notices are being mailed to Property Tax payments are due on July 3, making payments Property you this month. In order to anticipate areas 2012. You will need to make arrangements to that need clarification, we will be including a list of “Frequently Asked Questions” with your property tax notices.

ensure that your property tax payment is received by the due date to avoid penalties As well, please be reminded that the City does not accept Credit Cards for payment of Property Taxes and Utilities.

If you have not received your property tax notice by June 10, 2012, and you own property in the City of Grand Forks, we urge you to please contact City Hall.

Residential Property: Eligible for under 65 year’s Provincial Homeowner Grant Average Assessment Level: SFC Tax Jurisdictions

The basic concept in taxation is: Assessment x Tax Rate = Property Taxes. An increase or a decrease in tax assessments does not automatically relate to an increase or decrease in Property Taxes since your tax rates will have changed.

The following is an example of a Residential Property taxation change for an average homeowner in Grand Forks who is under 65 and eligible for the Provincial Home Owner Grant.

Property assessment is done by the BC Assessment Authority and is based on the market value of all real properties in BC. Correct classification is determined for every property. Legislation is reviewed to determine if the property is fully or partially exempt from taxation. Once the assessment is complete, a Revised Assessment Roll is provided to the City. Based on the information provided on the Assessment Roll and the revenue required to be raised from property taxation for services, a tax rate is determined for each class of property.

The taxing authority in Grand Forks is the City of Grand Forks. The City also collects taxes on behalf of the School District, Hospital Districts, Regional district, Municipal Finance Authority, BC Assessment Authority.

$205,960 2012

School Less: PHOG Net School City: Municipal City Flat Total City Less: Residual PHOG City Tax Other Local Taxation: Regional District Hospital District BC Assessment Municipal Finance Local Policing Total Other Taxation Net Payable

$ $ $ $ $ $ $ $

550.49 550.49 683.46 65.00 748.46 219.41 529.05

$ $ $ $ $ $ $ $

$ $ $ $ $ $ $1,

421.62 56.95 12.79 0.04 63.37 554.77 083.82

$ 427.58 $ 48.62 $ 12.30 $ 0.04 $ 62.25 $ 550.79 $ 1,115.93

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$

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90.32

$

562.16 562.16 732.98 40.00 772.98 207.84 565.14

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by Class of Properties

Average Class

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2011 $

Folios

2012 $

Change $

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626 1,576 43 0 178 69 2,492 31 5 11 426 72 6 3,043

16,941,530 324,594,300 5,652,600 0 26,880,700 16,836,600 390,905,730 1,137,610 12,078,600 2,575,300 61,041,851 63,500 154,301 467,956,892

625 1,579 45 1 178 76 2,504 31 4 10 425 72 5 3,051

17,496,230 324,183,900 6,188,600 0 26,516,700 17,258,300 391,643,730 1,253,670 16,075,700 3,068,800 60,151,800 67,500 111,983 472,373,183

554,700 (410,400) 536,000 0 (364,000) 421,700 738,000 116,060 3,997,100 493,500 (890,051) 4,000 (42,318) 4,416,291

% Change % of Assmnt 3.3% -0.1% 9.5% 0.0% -1.4% 2.5% 0.2% 10.2% 33.1% 19.2% -1.5% 6.3% -27.4% 0.9%

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THE CORPORATION OF THE CITY OF GRAND FORKS

City Hall Times

Phone 250-442-8266 • Fax 250-442-8000 • Email: info@grandforks.ca • Web Site: www.city.grandforks.bc.ca

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Water Restrictions for the City of Grand Forks

Sprinkling shall be restricted to the following days and times: “EVEN” numbered civic addresses may sprinkle on “even” numbered days ((02, 04, 06, etc) “ODD” numbered civic addresses may sprinkle on “odd” numbered days (01, 03, 05, etc) MANUAL SPRINKLERS From 7:00 am until 9:00 am AND from 7:00 pm until 9:00 pm On the 31st day of any month – MANUAL SPRINKLERS: “EVEN” numbered civic addresses may sprinkle in the mornings from 7 am until 9 am and “ODD” numbered civic addresses may sprinkle in the evening from 7 pm until 9 pm FLOWER, VEGETABLE GARDENS AND NEWLY PLANTED LAWNS & LANDSCAPES may be hand watered at any time using a hand held nozzle. ie. No manual sprinklers.

Grand Forks Electrical Utility Update A section of the electrical distribution system on Central Avenue, from the Grand Forks Secondary High School to Motel 99, was recently converted for 5Kv to 12.5Kv. This is part of the Electric Utility long term plan to upgrade the electrical distribution system within the City of Grand Forks.

FOR NEW PLANTED LAWNS AND LANDSCAPES FIRST MONTH ONLY Newly planted lawns and landscapes may be sprinkled twice a day every day from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM and 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM for the FIRST MONTH using either manual sprinklers or automatic timed underground sprinklers.

Automatic timed systems can be used to water up to 5 minutes per zone at a time, with total watering time NOT to exceed 4 hours.

Newly planted lawns and landscapes may be hand watered using a hand held nozzle at any time i.e. No manual sprinklers

Regular Council Meetings for the Balance of 2012

In addition, in 2012, several wood poles are being replaced to help maintain the condition of the electrical infrastructure.

AUTOMATIC TIMED UNDERGROUND SPRINKLERS EITHER from Midnight until 4 am, OR from 7 am until 9 am AND from 7 pm until 9 pm BUT NOT BOTH On the 31st day of any month: Either from Midnight until 4 am OR “EVEN” numbered civic addresses may sprinkle in the mornings from 7 am to 9 am; “ODD” numbered civic addresses may sprinkle in the evening from 7 pm to 9 pm BUT NOT BOTH CITY PARKS AND CEMETERY will adhere to the same numbers of hours as residential sprinkling.

This Schedule Change Bylaw will be introduced by Council in May and will be effective June 1st, 2007. ALL previous sprinkling variances will be cancelled on May 31st, 2007.

The reason for the cancellation is that there is no way of effectively monitoring these variances without major expense to the City.

This will provide the same number of sprinkling hours for all taxpayers.

The City has authority to shut water off at the property line to those residents refusing to comply with sprinkling regulations.

Sprinkling will be monitored by Commissionaires.

The first offense will result in a warning letter.

The second offense will result in your water being shut off.

A reconnection fee of $50.00 will be required before your water is reconnected.

Monday, June 11, 2012 Monday, June 25, 2012 Monday, July 23, 2012 Monday, August 20, 2012 Tuesday, September 4, 2012 Monday, September 17, 2012 Tuesday, October 9, 2012 Monday, October 22, 2012 Monday, November 5, 2012 Monday, November 19, 2012 Monday, December 3, 2012 Monday, December 17, 2012 Please note there is only one Regular Meeting in the months of July and August. All Regular Meetings of Council are held in Council Chambers at City Hall, beginning at 7:00 p.m., unless otherwise advertised.

Following is a listing of scheduled Primary Committee Meetings of Council for the City of Grand Forks for the year 2012. Primary Committee Meetings are scheduled to follow the Regular Meeting of Council.

Monday, Monday, Monday, Monday, Monday, Monday, Monday,

June 25, 2012 July 23, 2012 August 20, 2012 September 17, 2012 October 22, 2012 November 19, 2012 December 17, 2012

Are your house numbers in place?

House numbers are important. Even in a small community like Grand Forks we need all our residents to ensure that their residence displays the proper house number. Vitally important during an emergency, the police, the fire department or the ambulance depend on these numbers to find you. House numbers should be a minimum of 6” and should be displayed prominently on the front of the house that faces the street. If your house is located on a corner lot, please ensure that the numbers are displayed on the front of the house that faces the street that is your residential address. Not sure of your correct address, please call us here at City Hall. We can help!

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Eco/Commerce

Nelson Downtown Local Market set for big opening day

the Columbia Basin Trust to support local artists and artisans at the markets.

The EcoSociety also runs the Saturday Cottonwood Community Market at Cottonwood Falls Park, and MarketFest, the monthly Friday night street festivals.

West Kootenay EcoSociety is a non-profit organization located in Nelson. Through education, outreach, community building, research, and advocacy, the EcoSociety works to protect the natural environment while building a just and sustainable postcarbon world.

find what they need.

Eggs and honey will be available to complement seasonal fruits and vegetables from the region. Crafts will include hand-made hats and shoes, locally-made clothing and jewelry, and an array of body and home care products.

The West Kootenay EcoSociety operates the Downtown Nelson Local Market as a project to promote local food security, relocalization of our economy and to create a meeting place for arts, culture and community networking.

Ecosociety has also received a grant from *ON SELECT MODELS

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Delivery and destination charge includes freight, P.D.E., dealer admin fees and a full tank of gas. ʈFuel consumption for 2012 Tucson L 5-speed (HWY 7.4L/100KM; City 10.1L/100KM)/2012 Accent L 4Dr 6-Speed (HWY 4.9L/100KM; City 6.7L/100KM)/2012 Sonata GL 6-Speed (HWY 5.7L/100KM; City 8.7L/100KM)/2012 Veracruz GL FWD (HWY 8.5L/100KM; City 12.7L/100KM) are based on Energuide. Actual fuel efficiency may vary based on driving conditions and the addition of certain vehicle accessories. Fuel economy figures are used for comparison purposes only. *Lower pricing available on 2012 Tucson and Veracruz. 0% financing available on 2012 Tucson, 2012 Sonata and 2012 Veracruz. *‡Purchase or lease a new 2012 Tucson L 5-Speed Manual/Veracruz GL FWD Auto and you will be entitled to a $2,764/$5,264 factory to dealer credit. Factory to dealer credit applies before taxes. Offer cannot be combined or used in conjunction with any other available credits. Offer is non-transferable and cannot be assigned. No vehicle trade-in required. ΩPurchase or lease a 2012 Tucson/2012 Accent/2012 Sonata/2012 Veracruz during the Triple Savings Event and you will receive a Preferred Price Petro-Canada Gas Card worth $160 (2012 Accent and 2012 Sonata)/$250 (2012 Tucson)/$540 (2012 Veracruz). Based on Energuide combined fuel consumption rating for the 2012 Tucson 2.0L Auto (7.9L/100km)/2012 Accent Manual (5.9L/100km)/2012 Sonata Auto (7.3L/100km)/Veracruz Auto (10.8L/100km) at 15,400km/year [yearly average driving distance (Transport Canada’s Provincial Light Vehicle Fleet Statistics, 2012)], this is equivalent to $0.20 (2012 Accent and 2012 Sonata)/$0.25 (2012 Tucson)/$0.40 (2012 Veracruz) per litre savings on each litre of gas up to a total of 800 Litres (2012 Accent and 2012 Sonata)/1,000 Litres (2012 Tucson and Veracruz). †ʕ‡ΩOffers available for a limited time, and subject to change or cancellation without notice. See dealer for complete details. Dealer may sell for less. Inventory is limited, dealer order may be required. ††2012 Veracruz 7 year/120,000 km warranty consists of 5 year/100,000km Comprehensive Limited Warranty coverage and an additional 2 year/20,000km coverage under the Hyundai Protection Plan. Hyundai’s Comprehensive Limited Warranty coverage covers most vehicle components against defects in workmanship under normal use and maintenance conditions. Additional coverage is in accordance to the terms and conditions of the Hyundai Protection Plan. Please contact your local dealer for all details.

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“We’re thrilled with the response from vendors, the city and businesses along Baker Street.”

Jesse R. Woodward”

The West Kootenay EcoSociety will open the Downtown Nelson Local Market on Wednesday June 13 in the 400 block of Baker St. for its third year in a row. The market will run each Wednesday from 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. through to September 26, offering an amazing mix of local pro-

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the response from vendors, the city, and businesses along Baker Street. The Downtown Market is completely sold out again this year, with over 30 vendors on the waiting list,” he said.

New for this year, the market has been organized into product sections that should make it easier for customers to navigate the market and duce, plants, prepared foods, body care, and hand-made arts and crafts. Customers can rest assured they are supporting the local economy due to the fact that 80 per cent of each vendor’s wares must be made locally to be sold at the market.

EcoSociety’s Markets Director Jesse R. Woodward will work with vendors, busiSUBMITTED

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Sports Cinch and saddle puts on a show

Aquatic athletics The Nelson Neptunes swim club hosted the first Kootenay swim meet of the season last weekend. The Trail swim club won the meet, followed by Revelstoke and Castlegar. This weekend Grand Forks hosts the eight regional clubs.

Sam Van Schie photo

The Kootenay Cinch n’ Saddle 4H Club had a good showing last weekend as it hosted a riding clinic at the Trail Horseman Grounds. The clinics included Western and English riding as well as exhibitions on equestrian vaulting as demonstrated by 15-year-old Korynn Weber and Kylee Shukin, 12, of the Nelson Riding Club.

Jim Bailey photo

Catch the Kootenay Lake Ferry on Time Both ways!

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Thursday, June 7, 2012 West Kootenay Advertiser

4th Annual Cruizin the Columbia

Security/Community High-tech forensic hardware now deployed at Trail RCMP detachment SUBMITTED West Kootenay RCMP

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A digital fingerprint scanner, directly linked to the fingerprint and criminal record databases in Ottawa, has been installed at the RCMP Detachment in Trail.

This device will allow members to become much more operationally efficient in terms of processing both criminal and civil fingerprints. Additionally, they will be able to provide an enhanced level of service to all communities in the West Kootenay/ Boundary Region with respect to the processing of criminal record checks.

In some instances, fingerprints are required from individuals before their criminal record checks

could be processed.

The process of taking ink-based fingerprints, sending them to Ottawa, having them manually examined, and then mailed back could take several months to complete.

Waiting this long for the results was particularly troublesome to the applicants especially if they needed the results quickly for a job application or other important purpose.

With the new digi-

tal fingerprint scanner results will be received in approximately one week. Police are currently working through a certification process that will allow them to receive the results almost instantaneously.

Nelson-based Inspector Nick Romanchuk says police are extremely fortunate to have this piece of equipment in the West Ko ote n ay / B ou n d ary as residents from throughout the area will be able to travel to Trail to experience the quick processing times required in some instances. In the past, residents had the option of waiting for the results or driving to some distant location to have their fingerprints taken and processed digitally.

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Industry/Economy

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Overview At Teck Trail Operations there are currently two major projects underway to improve our facilities and enhance our performance. We have also recently completed a project to improve our environmental performance. This newsletter is designed to provide you with information on these projects and keep you up to date on what is occurring at Trail Operations.

The first project is the $210 million No. 4 Furnace. This project includes building two new furnaces that will integrate into the existing lead smelting process. The project will triple our capacity to recycle end-of-life electronics such as old TV’s, stereos and other common consumer electronics. The new furnaces are expected to become operational in 2014.

The second project is the $125 million No. 1 Acid Plant. This project consists of building a new acid plant to replace two older acid plants. The project will significantly improve our operational reli-

ability and environmental performance.

The new plant is expected to become operational in 2013.

Safety At Teck Trail Operations, our first priority is everyone going home safe and healthy every day. We have completed extensive safety planning for our major projects, including Hazard Risk Assessments, daily Job Safety Observations and an all-encompassing Major Capital Projects Health & Safety Plan.

No. 4 Furnace Project Update Site Preparations Underway.

Work is currently underway in the southeast corner of our property to prepare the site for the construction of the new furnaces. Preparing the site will require the removal of some trees and vegetation, installation of several access roads, excavation of the site and construction of retaining walls in preparation for laying foundations.

Excavator equipment will be used to complete this work

which will be supported by dump trucks, hydrovac trucks and cranes. Site preparation work is expected to continue through the early fall and every effort will be made to minimize impacts on the community. Site preparation is currently planned to occur Monday to Saturday during daylight hours.

Baghouse Construction As part of the No. 4 Furnace Project, we are constructing a new Baghouse. The Baghouse is used to filter gas from the furnaces to remove particulate and maintain air quality.

In order to maximize space on our site, the foundation for the new Baghouse includes a storage facility. The storage facility will house ferrous granules, a product used by the cement industry in the production of concrete.

Work on the foundation is nearing completion and, once complete, work will begin on constructing the new Baghouse on top of the storage facility.

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No. 1 Acid Plant Update Acid Plant Site Preparation: Beginning in early June, excavation and demolition work will begin at the No. 1 Acid Plant construction site, located on the west side of Trail Operations adjacent to the existing acid plant. Excavator equipment will remove existing concrete slabs, bases and substructures. That work will be supported by machinery including dump trucks, hydrovac trucks and cranes.

It’s anticipated that the concrete removal will take approximately three weeks, and may result in a slight noise increase in West Trail.

To minimize impacts on the community the work is scheduled to take place Monday to Friday from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Environment Projects As part of Teck’s commitment to reduce the risk of environmental incidents at Trail Operations, we have completed our $5.5 million Effluent Spill Reduction Project. This project resulted in modifications

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at 245 locations within our operations that will significantly reduce the risk of spills.

Another component of our efforts included changes to the boiler water treatment system at Warfield Operations in response to a pH excursion in March 2011. The new system will improve the pH balance of our water.

We are also nearing completion of a $1.2 million program to install on-line monitoring of in-plant process and effluent streams to allow for quicker detection and correction of any abnormal conditions to further enhance our environmental performance.

We’ve made significant investments at Trail Operations in the last two decades ...to improve environmental performance, resulting in a more than 95 per cent reduction of releases of metals to air and water.

If you would like more information on these or other projects at Teck Trail Operations, please contact Catherine Adair, Community Engagement Coordinator at: Catherine.Adair@teck.com or 250-364-4878.

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Community Spruce budworm treatment planned for Kootenay-Boundary TRAIL STAFF West Kootenay Advertiser

The western spruce budworm in the Kootenay-Boundary region may soon be on the endangered species list.

The Ministry of Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations plans to aerially treat up to 10,000 hectares of forest near Midway

and Beaverdell to reduce populations of pesky insect.

Using Foray 48B — a biological insecticide that is widely used in B.C. and is registered with the Organic Materials Review Institute — the active ingredient is the naturally occurring bacterium Bacillus thuringiensis var. kurstaki (Btk).

The biological insecticide Foray 48B will be applied by helicopter or fixedwing aircraft on or about June 15-22, weather permitting.

This spray only affects moth and butterfly larvae and can be used safely around humans and other animals, according to the province.

Birds, household pets, fish and benefi-

Foray 48B is a biological agent that affects only moth and butterfly larvae.

cial insects (including honey bees) are not affected.

The western spruce budworm is an insect that is native to B.C. and the Pacific Northwest.

In its larval stage, it defoliates Douglas fir, true firs, spruce and larch trees. A budworm outbreak has the potential to seriously harm or kill trees over large

areas.

The pest management plan and maps of treatment areas can be viewed at the Kootenay-B oundary Region Forest Health Program office at 333 Victoria St. (4th floor) in Nelson, or online at: http://www.for. gov.bc.ca/rsi/ForestHealth/Western_ Spruce_Budworm_ Spray_2012.htm

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Horoscope Michael O’Connor

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Tip of the Week: The current eclipse season is now fully active. The Solar Eclipse was in Gemini and the Lunar Eclipse was in Sagittarius. These signs are linked to the exchange and distribution of information, knowledge and wisdom. Perceptions (Gemini) and beliefs (Sagittarius) are also being activated. It is likely therefore that both will be ignited and will rise to the next level of intensity over the coming weeks and months. This placement of Jupiter is considered challenging due to a tendency to scatter one’s focus. Of course, with awareness we can direct our focus positively. Questions and concerns about security are about to increase as well, with Mercury entering Cancer. What else should we expect in 2012, the year of the Dragon and the culmination of prophesies from the standpoint of Mayan Cosmology? It is natural that some will choose to downplay the negative implications. For the sake of avoiding mass unrest and panic, this may be deemed wise. Yet, modern civilization has reached a boiling point and crisis looms on every front. Thus the ‘downplay’ of the seriousness of the human condition is also its own form of denial. All one has to do is stand back and see a bigger picture and convenient pacifiers suddenly appear naïve. Yet, faith and positive action remain the ideal. People often ask, “What can we do?” The simple answer is: something worthwhile. Astrology can help you tune-in to your own nature and destiny, so ‘that something’ feels authentic.

ARIES (MAR 21 – APR 20)

LIBRA (SEP 22 – OCT 22)

TAURUS (APR 20 – MAY 21)

SCORPIO (OCT 22 – NOV 21)

GEMINI (MAY 21 – JUN 21)

SAGITTARIUS (NOV 21 – DEC 21)

CANCER (JUN 21 – JUL 22)

CAPRICORN (DEC 21 – JAN 19)

LEO (JUL 22 – AUG 23)

AQUARIUS (JAN 19 – FEB 19)

VIRGO (AUG 23 – SEP 22)

PISCES (FEB 19 – MAR 20)

A busy cycle continues with plenty of places to go and people to see. Yet, being in sync with others is the challenge. Minor upsets and confusions of late are likely. Consequently, directing your focus on home and family, or simply staying put, may be the ideal solution. Aim to achieve your communications by other means than travel.

Attending to a spectrum of duties and activities is keeping you busy. Getting everything done and satisfying all your wants and needs presents a practical, material, sensual focus. Yet, having enough energy for it all it the other question. Consider easing off on the accelerator and aim to cooperate more with others for a smoother flow.

You are on a march to enter fresh territory. This may be literally true but perhaps psychologically and emotionally as well. Your spirit of adventure and tossing security to the wind is likely to take a strong turn this week. Now it is time to attend to what you feel you need, which will curb your adventurism somewhat.

Your pace has likely been a little slower of late. Things will speed-up a little this week. Yet with so many changes unfolding in your public and professional sphere, you may want the pace to remain even and steady. Being faithful and overcoming worry may be easier said than done, yet the anti for doing so is about to go up very soon.

Venus Retrograde is playing havoc with pretty much everyone these days and you will likely agree. Although this is generally an expansive, progressive, go-ahead time for you, you may feel beset by caution and uncertainty. This is likely to change when Jupiter enters Gemini on June 12. The urge to take initiatives to expand your outreach will be activated.

Presenting a healthier image and offering more efficient service to others is a current theme. This increase in contentiousness stands to have positive results in your career. Yet your social life may not be as exciting as satisfying as you direct the bulk of your energies towards improvement. Clear the way for the new and maintain this sober focus for long term satisfaction.

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A process of clearing the old to make way for the new continues. This may include the inspiration or need to re-invent your self somehow. As good an idea as this is, it may not be time to commit to long term investments or contracts or leases… just yet. How can you clear the old, prepare the new and yet delay deeper commitments, for now?

Expansion on relationship fronts continues and will increase noticeably over the next few weeks anyway. Gaining the attention and support of others may feel extra important. Yet, be willing to reciprocate to maintain a healthy balance.

Change is certainly brewing, perhaps especially close to home. Aim for solid ground.

Overcoming the excess stress factor asks that you practice going with the flow these days. Yet, the current is flowing towards greater efficiency. Working with the currents verses trying too direct them may be the answer. Be willing to be more agreeable and negotiable with people and situations, and perhaps with inner guidance, for best results.

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There have been 34 HUMANS KILLED in North America in the last 100 years by black bears.

For each person KILLED by the black bear there are 3 KILLED by snakes , 17 by spiders, 45 by dogs, 120 by bees, 150 Tornadoes, 374 by lightning, plus for every fatal black bear attack there are more than 50,000 murders by humans.

Nelson Market Season is Here Again!

EcoSociety presents: Cottonwood Community Market Saturdays 9:30 am - 3:00 pm May 19th - Oct 27th Cottonwood Falls Park Nelson Downtown Local Market Wednesdays 9:30 am - 3:00 pm June 13th Sept 26th 400 block of Baker Street MarketFest 6:00 - 10:30 pm June 29th, July 27th & Aug 24th Baker Street Nelson Overture Society ANNUAL AGM Thursday June 7th, 7:00pm Meeting will be held in the meeting room of the Nelson & District Credit Union. We are seeking new volunteers for the board, a fun group of dedicated music lovers.

Always open to new members to keep this Nelson tradition alive!

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

Our classified ads are on the net! Check it out at www.bcclassified.com Information Attention University Students A university scholarship & bursary program is available to students attending years 2, 3 & 4 of their first undergraduate degree program at UNIVERSITY from the East & West Kootenay area. Full details & application forms may be requested from: Pisapio Scholarships c/o 421 Baker St. Nelson BC V1L 4H7 or email: maurice@poulinagencies.com

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I am attempting to locate a Mrs. Williams who lived in late 60s on Vancouver Island at Lake Cowichan.

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Lost & Found FOUND: cell phone on walking path by train bridge. Call 250-442-2191 or drop by 7255 Riverside Dr to identify.

Found Female Tortoise Shell Cat with white paws

approx 1 year old, found on Ootischenia road 250-365-6995 Found Flowering hanging basket please call to ID 250-365-3850 FOUND: Prescription Glasses w/Transition Lenses pulled from the lake at Langs Marina in Balfour. 250-229-4321 LOST at Millennium Park soccer field, gold hoop earring.

FOUND at Millennium Park soccer field, girl’s silver-look necklace with pendant. Call to identify - Shelly 250-365-7371 LOST: Female St. Bernard, young, short hair in the Grand Forks/ Greenwood area Tuesday, May 15. Please call 916214-4755, 480-620-5359, or 916-207-2663.

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Lost Reading glasses at MacDonald’s parking lot Tues, May 22. Please call 250-365-6567 Lost: Red boys single speed Redline MX24 bicycle. Stolen 2 weeks ago in Grand Forks. Please phone 250-442-2369.

Technical Advisor, Wood Products - India Forestry Innovation Investment Ltd. is seeking a Technical Advisor, Wood Products for a one to two year contract based in Mumbai, India. The successful candidate will have extensive knowledge of BC softwood species and appropriate application of BC wood products. For further information, interested candidates are asked to view the job description and qualifications at www.bcfii.ca under Contract and Employment Opportunities.

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Hiring Co-op Management and Cook positions. Career Fair to be held at Inn at Laurel Point in Victoria Thursday, June 14, 2012 10am to 5pm. Drop in or e-mail your resume to: human resources@arcticco-op.com.

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6th Annual General Meeting Interested parties are invited to attend SIDIT’s Annual General Meeting to be held at: Nixon Wenger LLP Office, 4th Floor, Boardroom, 2706 – 30th Avenue, Vernon, BC June 27, 2012 at 1:30pm – 3:00pm

SIDIT was created by an Act of the British Columbia legislature with an allocation of $50 million to support economic development initiatives throughout the southern interior.

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Help Wanted 2 summer positions for catering & party setup.

30-40 hrs/wk.

Weekends are a must.

Applicant must have valid drivers license & not attending school.

Please e-mail resume to foxleyc@hotmail.com.

An Alberta Construction Company is hiring dozer, excavator and labour/rock truck operators. Preference will be given to operators that are experienced in oilfield road and lease construction. Lodging and meals provided. The work is in the vicinity of Edson, Alberta. Call Contour Construction at 780-723-5051.

ARE YOU EXPERIENCING FINANCIAL DISTRESS? Relief is only a call away!

Call Shelley Cameron Estate Administrator at 877-797-4357 today, to set up your FREE consultation in Nelson.

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BDO Canada Limited Trustee in Bankruptcy, #200 -1628 Dickson Avenue, Kelowna, BC. V1Y 9X1 Carpenters & apprentices wanted for Pols Contracting.

Call Jeff @ 250.231.4142 G F Curling Centre is now accepting applications for the position of Ice Technician for the 2012-13 season, Level 1 preferred. Send resume to ccgf@telus.net or mail to Box 358, Grand Forks, B.C., V0H-1H0, Attn: Guy. Deadline: June 30, 2012.

Employment Opportunity Customer Service Representative – Falkins Insurance Group’s Salmo location has an opening for a Customer Service Representative in the Autoplan department. This position is a permanent/full time position with the opportunity to further develop skills and knowledge with respect to Personal Lines Insurance.

Duties Include (but are not limited to): ICBC Autoplan.

Private Autoplan Out of Province Medical Drivers License Services Successful candidate will: - Provide outstanding customer-focused service to clients in person and over the phone.

- Have a good knowledge of Microsoft Word/Excel - Be a team player with excellent communication skills.

- Be well organized and able to work in a fast paced environment.

- Be available to work in both Salmo and Fruit vale locations - Be required to study and complete necessary insurance licensing courses as required.

Preference will be given to licensed candidates with previous insurance experience.

Please send your resume and cover letter to: Joyce Verburg PO Box 970, 118 Main St Salmo BC V0G1Z0 Phone: 250.357.2256 Fax: 250.357.2280 jverburg@falkins.com www.falkins.com Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Employment Help Wanted

Chatters Salon is looking for a full-time hairstylist with at least 2 yrs experience and preferably a clientele. We offer benefits including medical and dental, year round paid education and a potential signing bonus. Please drop off your resume at the front desk, or email to chahko@chatters.ca No phone calls.

Community Coordinator Salary Negotiable Job Summary: The successful applicant will work with various community organizations, providing assistance by coordinating similar programs, streamlining communication between them, develop & plan programs & events, provide assistance to promote programs & events for each organization.

Qualifications: secondary school graduate or equivalent; working knowledge of MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint; excellent written & verbal communication skills; community minded individual; have volunteer experience; innovative forward thinker; marketing experience. Term of Employment: July 1 - December 31, 2012 with possible extension. Closing Date: June 22, 2012. Please forward cover letter and resume to: Attn Dianne Wales, RE: Community Coordinator, 1675 Hwy 3, Christina Lake, BC, V0H-1E2, OR email coordinator@christinalake.com OR drop off a sealed envelope at the Christina Lake Welcome Center, 1675 Hwy 3, Christina Lake, B.C.

Experienced Line Cook, delivery people, waitresses and kitchen help. Wages negotiable on experience. Phone Mike or Andree at 250-4423124 or 250-442-9651 or drop off resume to Omega Restaurant, Grand Forks.

HAIR STYLIST

required with at least 1 yr exp Drop off resume to Alexa or Mae at Hairlines 6th Ave Ph: 250-304-6933 Housekeeper/Cleaner part time @ Christina Lake home.

5pm – 9pm 4 or 5 days per week from now til end of Aug. $18 /hour. Reference required.

Call 604-290-6699.

Housekeeper for Motel Experienced or will train 250-365-5613 Join Trails newest Family

- The Burger Family

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Then join our

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Competitive wages and benefits Apply in writing To: 1982 Columbia Ave Castlegar, BC, V1N 4W7 or by email at: trailawjobs@gmail.com

Part time Retail Clerk wanted, night shifts and weekends. Apply to Box 2798, Grand Forks, BC, V0H-1H0.

Seniors Housing, Care & Services

NOW HIRING:

Food Server (Dietary Aide) /Day Cook Castlegar, BC

Email: cwvmanager@glm.ca Phone: 250-365-6686 Fax: 250-365-6647

For more information visit goldenlife.ca

Boundary Electric has a full-time position available for a

Material Handler/Machine Operator /Yard Personnel Person

The duties and responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to the following: • Self motivated individual must be able to work independently with minimum supervision • Ability to work in a fast paced environment and be a team player • Experience with hand tools and building pallets an asset • Physical fitness as the job requires lifting and manual labour • Attention to detail • Operate forklift • Mechanically inclined • Operating a boom truck or crane an asset • Crane certification or willingness to attain certification an asset • Valid BC DL required and Passport an asset • Short haul driving may be required • Steel toed shoes are required This position is permanent full-time with extended health benefits and Pension Plan. Wage is $16.00 - $20.00/hour based on experience.

If this is a position you are interested in, please send your current resume, in Microsoft Word format, to reception@boundaryelectric.com by June 10, 2012

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Employment Help Wanted P & D LOGGING Operations in Grand Forks BC is looking an experienced Feller Buncherman, as well as Experienced Lim-mit Processor Operator plus Logging Truck Mechanic/Welder all positions are F/T with Benefits. call Gerry 250-469-1695 or Dan 250-469-1694 after 6 pm. Or email Resume to: management@pdlogging.ca.

The Grand Forks Curling Centre is now accepting applications for the position of Manager. Serve it Right, computer literate and physically fit a must. Send resume to: ccgf@telus.net or mail to Box 358, Grand Forks, BC, V0H-1H0, Attn: Guy. Deadline June 30, 2012.

T-MAR INDUSTRIES located in Campbell River is hiring for the position of Heavy Duty Mechanic. Position comes with a competitive benefit package and applicant must possess a valid driver’s license. Contact Tyson Lambert. Mail: 5791 Duncan Bay Road, Campbell River BC V9H 1N6 Fax: 250286-9502.

Email:tysonlambert@t-mar.com Wanted: P/T handyman @ Christina Lake home from now til Sept, 10-15 hrs/wk. Repairing, sweeping, cleaning, painting etc. $18 /hr. Reference and experience required. Call 604-290-6699.

Medical/Dental Certified Dental Assistant needed for part-time employment, Send resume to: Dr. Donald W. Ellis Inc. 663 Columbia Ave Castlegar, BC, V1N 1H1

Trades, Technical GRANDE PRAIRIE Regional College, Fairview Campus has an exciting opportunity for a full-time Welding Instructor located in Fairview, Alberta (the Heart of the Peace River region in northwestern Alberta).

For more information visit our website at www.gprc.ab.ca/careers. Due to apprenticeship enrollment increases we are expanding our staffing so we Need Instructors in this program!

PARTS TECHNICIAN, licensed or apprentice required for Peace River Alberta GM dealer. Automotive knowledge an asset. $3,000 to $5,000 per month. Fax resume to 780624-4124 or email: admin@marshall-auto.ca.

Attention: Parts Manager.

SHOP FOREMAN required at busy GM Dealership in Central Alberta. Minimum 5 years of Journeyman experience.

Please send your resume to: dgraff@adamsgm.com Adams Chevrolet Wetaskiwin, Alberta.

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Good topsoil for landscaping and gardening. $30/pickup load. 250-442-2013 or 250442-2014.

Ideal Lawn Mowing. Reasonable rates. Grand Forks & area. 250-442-5050.

Wanted Dead or Alive! An old tractor, Ford, Ferguson or W.H.Y., running or not. 250442-0957.

Grand Forks: Sat, June 9, 9am-4pm, 7901 19th St, Val Mar. Bowflex, furniture, etc.

Grand Forks: Sat, June 9, 9am-? Motorcycle tent trailer, Bowflex & more. 133 69th Ave Grand Forks: Sat+Sun, June 9+10, 8am-3pm, 1573 77th Ave. Big sale, too much to list.

MONTROSE, 130 9th Ave. Sat&Sun. Jun.9&10. Moving.

Fabrics, yarn, misc. household Moving/yard sale. Fri+Sat, June 8+9, 8am-?, 450 Atwood Rd (Nursery area).

Stellar Place Multi Resident Garage Sale June 9, 8 am Noon 2210 Columbia Ave, Park at the Clubhouse please Tarry’s 2121 Loff Road, Sat & Sun, June 9 & 10; 8-6, antiques, tools, lots of canning jars, lots of everything

Garage Door Special. 9x7 Insulated. $529.00 (limited quantities). Factory certified installation avail. Castle Building Centre. 250-442-2270.

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Household Services A-1 FURNACE & Air Duct Cleaning.

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

Kitchen Cabinets CASTLEGAR KITCHENS Cabinets and Countertops at Competitive pricing.

Free Estimates and visuals Call 250-608-0849

Misc Services Jolly Jack Stop N’Shop • •

Pets Now Open

Beaver Valley Animal Clinic Large & Small Animals 1956 Columbia Gardens Road, Fruitvale 365-0123 Yorkie X puppies from $400, 1 Chihuahua girl $600 obo, 3 yr old female Yorkie, enquire.

250-442-2604.

585 INTERNATIONAL Tractor, 60hp, 2300/hrs. $7,800.

B7800 KUBOTA 30hp, 400/hrs. $9,000.

1996 BOBCAT 863, 75hp, 3200/hrs. $17,500.

400GAL TURBOMIST Sprayer $10,500.

2006 600GAL Turbomist Sprayer $17,500.

1995 INTERNATIONAL 4700 Truck, 24ft Flat Deck DT466, $18,500.

2009 KUBOTA M8200, 82HP Cab, 1400/hrs. $27,500.

1990 BLUEBIRD School Bus, 72/pass, propane $3,800.

ALL OFFERS CONSIDERED 250-428-6221 Approx 500 ft 2 in irrigation pipe, incl sprinklers; 1949 Farmall Cub. 250-442-2826.

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Everything you need for your finned, furry & feathered friends!

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Garden Equipment 46 inch, 16.5 HP riding mower & plow. $300 obo for quick sale. 250-443-4013.

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

Hobbies & Crafts “CLEAN” empty beer bottles. $1.00/dozen. Stubby and short neck. 250-442-8180 after 5pm.

Deda’s Woodworking Shop!

Arbours, trellis’s, benches, picnic tables, and more! 2480 75th Ave. 250-442-2073.

Misc. for Sale 4x8 Particle Board 1/2, 5/8, 3/4 & 1 in. from $9.97 sheet.

Castle Building @ Renovation Centre. 250-442-2270.

8 ft canopy for full size truck $250; big bird cage 2 ft w x2 ft l x3 ft h $200. 250-442-2995.

Antique china cabinet $125; Lexmark photograph printer $25; Champion juicer $60; Cannon printer, hardly used $35; spinning wheel $75. 250442-8392.

Banff 2000 Hot tub, seats 6, 44 jets, 2 pumps, 1,500 Lt. $2,500. 250-442-0456.

Bell full face MC helmet, microwave oven 3 Hunter Douglas Blinds, fire place tools, Caddis float tube c/w flippers boots waders 250.368.8443 Electric scooter, hardly used.

Cost $2,200, asking $1,350.

Brand new battery, helmet included. Call after 3pm, 250442-0064.

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Free Items 18 ft Prowler travel trailer.

Needs cleaning.

250-4434013. Use for hunting, fishing, etc.

2 kittens to good home.

Please call 250-442-2578.

4x8 ft pool table, must be moved. 250-442-3766.

Castlegar: Family Garage Sale; June 9, 8 AM - 3 PM No Early Birds; 1332 Forest Road

by Grosvener Subdivision.

Castlegar: Garage Sale; 2173 and 2175 Crestview Crescent; 8 am - 2 pm; Two-family sale, on Saturday June 9th.

Castlegar; Garage Sale;Sat. June 9th, 8 am -1 pm; 2417 12th avenue.

Grand Forks. Downsizing.

Sat. June 9th, 8am-4pm.

Something for everyone, even guy stuff, electrical etc, household items, plants, berry bushes, trees & much more. Come and see!! 5480 Hughes Rd. Grand Forks: Fri+Sat, June 8+9, 8am-noon, 3010 1st Rd across from car wash.

Grand Forks: Large moving sale. Down sizing quality home furnishings & liquidating retail antique store inventory.

1st & 3rd Fri+Sat of month, 8am-2pm starting this Friday.

New items every day. Interesting, decorative,useful! Absolutely no junk or “fillers”. Do your Christmas shopping early! 546 72nd Ave, (at 5th St).

No early birds please!

Grand Forks: Multi-family garage sale, furniture, household items & scooter. Sat, June 9th, 8am - 2 pm, 3170 2nd Road.

Grand Forks: Sat, June 9, 10am-3pm, 9325 Granby Rd. Multi-family.

Grand Forks: Sat, June 9, 8am-1pm, 7649 22nd St (Boundary Hospital).

Grand Forks: Sat, June 9, 8am-?, 3485 Sion Frontage Rd. Miscellaneous.

Farm Equipment

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

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

Pets & Livestock

Merchandise for Sale

Contractors

BUTCHER SHOP

Moving! Antique sideboard, china cabinet, dining room table w/6 chairs, 2 oak tables, other items. 250-442-0924.

Legal Services CRIMINAL RECORD? Don’t let it block employment, travel, education, professional, certification, adoption property rental opportunities. For peace of mind & a free consultation call 1-800-347-2540.

Food Products

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

15% OFF All

7261-5th St. Grand Forks, BC

Merchandise for Sale

BEST BUYS! June 1 - 30

HOURS: Mon-Fri: 9am-5:30pm Saturday: 9am-4:00pm

Auctions

AUCTION

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

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

Misc. Wanted COIN Collector looking to buy Collections, Accumulations, Olympic Gold & Silver Coins.

Bulk Silver coins, bills etc. Call Chad 250-863-3082 (Local) Wanted derelict trailers or campers. I will move. 250-4422378.

Wheelchair and commode in good condition as soon as possible. 250-442-8442.

Open Houses

Upright Krakauer Piano in good condition c/w bench asking $400 250-503-7572

Open House 2 bdrm plus den condo, extra features , close to town, beautiful setting at Granby River Estates #8, 80 80th Ave Sunday, June 10, 2012 1-4 p. m.

Call 250-442-2879.

Property Guys # 196855.

Real Estate Acreage for Sale WANTED: Building Property or existing home, view/river 1acre +, rural. 250-442-8118.

Apt/Condos for Sale Grand Forks: No strata fees!

2 story 3 bdrm, 1.5 bath, immaculate townhouse, w/finished basement. A steal at $135,000, but will consider any offers. #18 1410 78th St. Close to high school. 250-4420610.

Commercial/ Industrial Property 4 Houses on 5 acres min out of town $750,000. to be viewed on Property Guys Nelson #30980 354-4381 or 354-7949

For Sale By Owner ESTATE - House, Wynndel Flats on 6.3/acres. Approx 1200sq.ft. main floor, 4/bdrms.

2 1/2/baths, 1 1/2 story + full bmnt. Exc. soil for gardening crops, grew strawberries for 40/yrs, aparagus for 10/yrs, now in hay. 1/acre fenced for pets + fenced front yard. $295,000obo. 250-866-5274 Grand Forks: 45 acre w/home & 16,000+ sq ft indoor riding arena. $650,000. 250-4420930.

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

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

Excellent for handy person or couple 780-566-0707

Houses For Sale Christina Lake: 3-bdrm, 3bath, lake view. $357,500.

403-710-4349.

RUSSELL AUCTION 2067 HWY 3A THRUMS (BETWEEN CASTLEGAR & NELSON) PARTIAL LIST 450 LOTS

• C 1900 BEDROOM SUITES • 1930 DUNCAN PHYFE TABLE & 6 CHAIRS • 1930 GATE LEG DINING TABLE & 6 CHAIRS • 1913 BOOK CASE OPEN ON 4 SIDES • OAK DINING TABLE & SIDE BOARD • 1945 MASON & RISCH PIANO - GOOD CONDITION • VICTROLA GRAMOPHONES • JEWELRY, BOOKS, CROCKS • LARGE STAMP COLLECTION FROM 1800’S • WALRUS IVORY TUSK WITH PAPERS • HAND TOOLS, TINS, DECO GLASS

• C 1900 SIDE BOARD & HUTCH • CEDAR CHEST • LEATHER TOP COFFEE TABLE • TREADLE SEWING MACHINES • SPINNING WHEEL • ROCKING CHAIRS • OAK DESK • ROYAL DOULTON FIGURINES • ART, SILVER PC’S • RAILWAY LITES

PLUS LARGE AMOUNT OF RARE ITEMS

Terms: Cash or cheque only with proper ID

Open 8am - 5 pm Daily 36 years auctioneering

1-250-399-4793

Nelson: 4 brdm house on double lot newly renovated. professionally appraised at $375,000. Open House Sat June 9th ,221 Robson St 12-4 pm 505-5525

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ANTIQUE FURNITURE AND COLLECTIBLES SUNDAY JUNE 10TH, 11AM - OPEN 9AM

Many restorations & nicely maintained 4 Bedroom / 1 1/2 Bath $315,000 Call 250-231-7564

Grand Forks: $188,000. 3 bdrm, 1,500 sq ft, open floor plan w/large fenced yard.

Great for kids & pets. Almost .25 acre, separate fenced garden area. Fruit trees, raspberry patch, garden shed, 1 block to Kettle River & great swimming spot. Well built house from 1975, 1.5 bath, central furnace & A/C, CSA approved efficient wood heater. Unfinished lower areas has 1 unfinished bdrm, pantry & workshop. 250-442-2448.

Grand Forks: 2.5 acres with 4 bdrm home, walk out developed basement, garage, shop.

Great location! $364,500.

Phone 250-442-0222.

Grand Forks: 2 bdrm, 2 bath, central air, skylights, vaulted ceilings, 2 car garage, Valley Heights. 250-442-3888.

Grand Forks: 3 bdrm, full basement, double lot, near Clifton Estates. $200,000.

250-442-0881.

Rentals Apt/Condo for Rent Rentals

Grand Forks Realty Ltd.

Christina Lake: 3 bdrm 5 appliances, fully furnished home, $850 month. Greenwood: 1 bdrm home, 4 ap-

pliances $575 month.

N/S, N/P, References.

Ken: 250-442-2632 ken.dodds@yahoo.ca

1 large single bdrm quiet apartment. $480 month. River view. 250-442-8367.

Castlegar, 2-bdrm, $700/mo. call 394-457-0386.

Castlegar; large bright 2 br in quiet bldg, close to Kootenay Mrkt, close to DT, F/S laundry onsite, N/S, N/P, $625 plus utilities. 250-505-3609.

E. Trail 1bdrm $575/mo heat, hot water, cable included 250362-3316 Grand Forks: 2 bdrm. apt to rent. 250-442-0930.

Grand Forks: 3 bdrm townhouse w/2 full baths, N/P, N/S, References required. Phone 250-442-2276, 250-442-6800.

Nelson: 2 bdrm apartment avail.

Immediately.

NS/NP $825/mo incl. power 365-7335 NELSON: Downtown, 1 bdrm apartment Mature single adult. references NS/NP.$675./m incl util. Avail immediately 354-4779 NELSON: Gyro Park, Lake View Apartment. 1 or 2 bdrm, newly reno’d, private entrance, shared laundry, clawfoot tub and internet. Semi-furnished, if needed. Park-like setting. NS/ NP References required.

Available July 1st $1,000/mo all inclusive. Call 352-0776 or 505-7650 Rossland. 3 bdrm, clean, quiet, F/S, W/D, N/S, N/P. 250.362.9473.

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

250-3623385, 250-362-5030.

Small 2 bdrm apartment min out of town $650/m + utilities N/S N/P 354-4381or354-7949

Commercial/ Industrial Creston COMMERCIAL BUILDING

3600 sq.ft. of Retail Space

Located DOWN TOWN Excellent High Traffic Area Plenty of Parking 250-428-5240 Large A/C Office downtown Nelson $750/m including utilities 354-4381 or 354-7949 Prime downtown Grand Forks location - 3rd St Plaza, 3,000+ sq ft Lots of parking.

Call 250-666-0088.

Smaller A/C Office downtown Nelson $350./m including utilities 354-4381 or 354-7949

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Mobile Homes & Pads

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Duplex / 4 Plex FRUITVALE 3bdrm., quiet, w/deck, includes heat. $800.

Call Val 250-368-3384 NELSON: Uphill Sunny 2 bdrm wood oors, gas f/p, yard. NS/NP $1000/mo + Util Avail July 1st 250-505-2103

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Grand Forks: 2 bdrm cottage, located downtown. N/S, N/P, references. $675 mo & utils.

Avail June 1. 250-442-5771.

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Recreational/Sale

Boats

Moorage

1999 Allegro 32 ft motor home. Reduced - $22,000.

454, has gen, sleeps 8, hyd level, front air susp, queen bed walk around. Excellent condition. Has 50,000 km. 1-250442-2013.

Boler Trailer cute, clean, useable $3000.00 ďŹ rm 354-0242 or 359-2225

BOATING SEASON IS HERE FINALLY! WANNA HAVE SOME FUN WITH YOUR FAMILY & FRIENDS THIS SUMMER!!

4x4; A/C, rub250-

Trucks & Vans 1974 Ford 5 ton truck. Good rubber, good 351 motor. $300.

250-442-0242.

1981 Ford Econoline van, custom int, rear bench seat folds into bed, dual fuel tanks, runs well. $1,000 obo. 250442-5272.

1986 Dodge pickup, 73,200 km, new tires & exhaust, original paint, slant 6, 4 spd standard. Asking $3,700 obo. Can be viewed at 1st & Ranken Rd days. 250-442-7587.

Auto Loans or

1987 3/4 ton Dodge 4x4, 318, motor propane. Good tires 33x12.50R15, bucket seats, new mufers & pipes. Asking $2,500 ďŹ rm. 250-442-8078.

All Makes, All Models.

New & Used Inventory.

1993 GMC Sonoma. “Beater truck� great for around town. $500 obo. 250-442-8184.

GUARANTEED We Will Pay You $1000

1-888-229-0744 or apply at: www.greatcanadianautocredit.com Must be employed w/ $1800/mo. income w/ drivers license. DL #30526

Cars - Domestic GRAND FORKS

1994 Silverado 3/4 ton pick up, ext cab, 2 wheel drive, 350 auto, 191K km, $3,500 OBO. great condition, camper ready, 250-442-4082, view at 4905 Coryell Road, GF 2000 Ford Explorer XLS, P/W, V6 auto, 170,000 km, very clean. $5,300 obo. 250-4420122, 250-493-1807.

PARK & SELL

Shared Accommodation

Next to Greyhound Across from Ball Park You Park It - You Sell It No Commission!

2000 GMC 4WD long box, low miles, new brakes. $10,000 obo. 250-447-6408.

$50 ďŹ rst month for regular size car/truck

2005 Dodge diesel 4x4 quad cab, 195,000 km. $18,900. 20445-2346.

Suites, Lower Sunny Beasley small 2 bdrm suite, quiet beautiful acreage W/D N/S N/D $690/m 250 359-6669

Suites, Upper Castlegar South, Studio Suite, F/S, Microwave $600 /mth including utilities cable, private side entrance off street parking, single person only, ABSOLUTELY NO SMOKING OR PET, Call Al at 250-365-5560 after 6 PM Grand Forks: 1,000 sq ft, 1 bdrm, large deck,10 min to town. N/S, N/P, utils inc, $650 month. 250-442-0026.

Want to Rent Responsible female looking to rent 2 bdrm house or apt for July 1. Yard preferred. $700 - $800 incl util.

354-4891 or 825-9626

Transportation

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

1-800-910-6402

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1976 30ft cabin cruiser with a 185 merc Full galley (fridge, stove, sink, furnace, toilet) Fold down table for a queen sized bed Fold up bunk beds VHF radio Hull is sound, galley is dated.

Low draft 200 hrs on new engine A great boat that needs some TLC. $12,000.00 invested, will take offers starting at $9000 Call 250-362-7681 or email frdfntn@yahoo.ca for more information

Legal Notices

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.

Legal

Legal Notices I, SUSAN HARVEY, herby give notice that I will not be responsible for any debts incurred by William John Harvey

It takes 11 muscles to read this ad.

1984 Ford F250, diesel, 4x4, ext cab, standard. $1,000 obo.

250-442-8671, leave msg.

Small ads, BIG deals!

CASTLEGAR Woodland Park Fully furnished bedroom, near bus stop, stores, Laundry N/S, Pets nego, $500/mth incl utilities Purchase own food, Ideal for students, Call Liz 250-513-1111 CASTLEGAR Woodland Park Fully furnished bedroom, near bus stop, stores, Laundry N/S, Pets nego, $500/mth incl utilities Purchase own food, Ideal for students, Call Liz 250-513-1111 NELSON- Fairview: Quiet person, NS, NP, Avail Immed.

Reference Required 505-4248

Your Cabin on the Lake The Kootenay Queen

Sport Utility Vehicle 1993 Mitsubishi Montero 4x4, V6 3L, Leather seats, P/W, etc. $3,300. 250-442-0122, 250-493-1807.

2003 Dakota quad cab good shape, canopy, P/W, P/L, tow pkg. New ber & fuel pump $5,900 443-1543.

Homes for Rent

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

Nelson: Downtown ofďŹ ce suite for rent. Mountain Waters building, 205 Victoria St. Good parking & lighting, quiet $375/mo. Call 250-352-6081

Transportation

2000 Subaru Forester, 90,000 km factory rebuilt motor, great cond, 1 owner, all service records, Viper remote start, security system. $4,500. 604910-5907 call or text.

Grand Forks: 1 bdrm trailer creek side on acreage, no power yet, woodstove. $400/m as is. 250-442-2378.

ROBSON 3 Bdrm Mobile Home for rent Refer & Criminal check required Call 250-304-3430

CASTLEGAR 3 Bdrm, 2 bath Carport, F/S, W/D, DW, N/P N/S, by No Frills Avail June 1st, $1,000/mth 250-362-5468 CASTLEGAR 3 Bdrm House 550 - 9th Ave, $1,200/mth + utilities, Ph 250-365-7867 Grand Forks: 2 bdrm, $700 month plus utilities. N/P. Avail immediately. 250-442-5111 or 250-442-2804.

Grand Forks: main oor 3 bdrm renovated house on acreage. Suitable for retired or working couple. $1,000 month plus utilities. 250-442-2424.

Uphill Nelson duplex: suitable for family 4 bdrm, 2 bath sundeck N/S N/P newly renowned references & DD required $1500/m + utilities avai June 1st LM 505-5188

Transportation

Ph: 250-666-0088

Lots of TrafďŹ c - Great Exposure 80% of vehicles sold within 2 weeks!

1989 Sprint, 3 cyl, standard, runs well $850; 1992 Chev Caravan, 6 cyl, 7 passenger $950 obo. 3010 1st Rd. 1995 Chrysler Intrepid, V6, new winters, power pkg, 103,370 km. $2,500. 250-4428139.

1997 Buick Century, 147,000 km, new pads & rotors, exceptionally clean, N/S. $3,500 obo. Will bring to GF for demo.

250-447-6205.

2003 CHEVY Cavalier, 2dr sport standard transmission.

180,000kms. 2 sets of rims, new struts, new brakes. $1,800. obo. 250-367-9172 2008 Chev Aveo, like new, winter & summer tires, 25,000 km. $5,900. 250-443-1543.

Cars - Sports & Imports VW Golf, 4 cyl, 5 spd, 1991 & 1997 GTI model, 2Lt. 16 valve, 4 dr & 2 dr, new brakes on both. 250-442-0122, 250-4931807.

Recreational/Sale 1986 Islander Dodge 2500 custom camper van, 318 engine, auto, dash air, 3 way fridge, 4 top burner stove, furnace, 2 good batteries, 4 new tires, awning, porta potty, radio/cass, cruise, 104,000 km, installed demand water pump. $5,100 obo. 250-442-0522. In good shape, no rust!

1992 28’ VANGUARD Travel Trailer, sleeps 6, A/C, awning.

Must sell. $5,300obo. 250428-6204 1994 Rustler 25ft Fifth Wheel, awning, air con, sleeps 6, immaculate cond, includes hitch, rails & tailgate. $7,400 obo.

250-449-2256.

2004 Dodge Diesel 4x4, reg cab, 153,000 km. $16,900.

250-445-9971.

Boats 16 ft boat, 55 HP motor and trailer. Nice shape w/extras. $1,500 obo for quick sale.

250-443-4013.

2001 20ft. Campion Explorer 552 4.3 Mercruiser, ďŹ shing ready with 2001 4.9 Yamaha 4 stroke kicker, electric downrigger, ďŹ sh ďŹ nder and more. New price $34,600, sell for $19,200. obo. Ph.250-3641020 or 250-368-7808 2008 Seadoo GTI130 1 owner, 3 person water craft. low hours. Dealer maintained & serviced. Cover, bumpers, trailer incl. Pkg new was $12,083 + tax, ďŹ rst $6,450 takes!!

250-551-3336/250-352-3942

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City of Trail

REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS The City of Trail is seeking proposals from organizaĆ&#x;ons or individuals that are qualiÄŽed to operate the audio and video equipment of the Trail Memorial Centre’s Cominco Arena.

Request for Proposal documents are available on the City’s website at www.trail.ca/tenders.php or by request to Robert Baker at (250) 364-0808.

Proposals will be received unĆ&#x;l 1:00 pm on Tuesday, June 19, 2012. ! !

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Teck Trail Operations

Surplus Equipment Sale Teck Trail Operations (Teck Metals Ltd.) will be accepting bids on the following surplus equipment. All items will be sold on an ‘AS IS – WHERE IS’ basis. s +AWASAKI -ULE WD CC 9EAR These items will be open for viewing at Teck’s 7ARlELD /PERATION FROM NOON TO PM ALL TIMES ARE 034 ON *UNE

All bids must be sealed and submitted to Security at Teck’s WarďŹ eld Operations’ Main Gate, clearly marked ‘Surplus Equipment’, no LATER THAN NOON ON *UNE !LL BIDS must have the item number, bid price, bidder’s name and contact information listed or the bid may be disqualiďŹ ed.

Teck plans to select and announce the winning BID ON OR BEFORE *UNE 0AYMENT MUST be by certiďŹ ed cheque only and payable to Teck Metals Ltd. Payment must be received NO LATER THAN BY PM ON *UNE

The successful bidder must assume all costs to remove the item(s) and have the item(s) removed in a manner and during a time acceptable to Teck. Items must be removed FROM 4ECK PROPERTY NOT LATER THAN PM *UNE

Teck reserves the right to reject or refuse any or all bids and reserves the right to accept the bid Teck deems as most favourable to Teck.

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Conservation/Environment Local wetlands: ideal exploration terrain Breathing easier SUBMITTED

While Sunfest activities attracted many this past weekend, another group of regional residents spent the weekend exploring local wetlands.

The BCWF’s Wetland Keeper course was hosted in Castlegar by the Central Kootenay Invasive Plant Committee and Castlegar and District Wildlife Association with support from the Columbia Basin Trust.

Participants learned about different types of wetlands, wetland plant and animal species, and the status of local and continental wetlands.

Participants learned skills that will help them inventory and assess regional wetlands and promote their appreciation and conservation.

Locally the vast majority of wetlands

ue so strongly in this province.”

Hi g h - e f f i c i e n c y stoves are proven to burn one-third less wood, reduce emissions by up to 70 per cent and significantly reduce the risk of chimney fires. About 116,000 older model stoves in use around the province can affect the health of homeowners, their neighbours and overall airshed health.

In 2008 the province began the Wood Stove Exchange, to work through grants from government and matched by community organizations and local governments. Today, more than 44 municipalities and 18 regional districts have partnered with the provincial government to offer incentives and woodburning education to their community members.

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have been destroyed by human activity primarily by flooding due to dams - leaving those that remain critically important as providers of essential habitat for multiple local and international wildlife species.

Artificial wetlands have been constructed locally to help address dam impacts, and these built wetlands do have the potential to provide homes for multiple species. A mapping project is underway to inventory regional wetlands and identify opportunities to restore degraded areas.

In Kamloops, Lillooet and throughout North America many schools have built small artificial wetlands on their grounds to serve as not only habitat, but also outdoor classrooms for students and communities.

VICTORIA - As Canadian Environment Week has kicked off, more than 5,000 wood-burning stoves have been replaced by cleaner burning models since the Province’s successful provincial Wood Stove Exchange Program began five years ago.

This equates to a reduction of more than 310 tonnes of particulate matter pumped into the air.

“British Columbians are the real heroes when it comes to taking responsibility for protecting the air we breathe,” said Environment Minister Terry Lake. “The success of this wood stove program is all about communities working together to exchange old wood stoves for cleaner alternatives and protecting the environment we val-

Wetland keeper course attracted a good turnout of local residents over the course of Castlegar’s Sunfest Weekend.

Text by Lawrence Redfern, photos by D. DeRosa

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2011 Chevrolet Impala LT Sedan 2011 Kia Sorento EX V6 LUXURY SUV 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt LS Coupe

PREMIUM PRE OWNED

2007 Acura MDX navigation

SOLD STK# v-1904-a

STK#

STK# c-1213-a

$125 B/W OR $14,997 $235 B/W OR $28,997 $109 B/W OR $12,997 2010 GMC Sierra 1500 SL Regular Cab 2010 Honda CR-V EX-L SUV 2010 Honda Fit Sport Hatchback 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe SPORT AWD SUV

SOLD

Performance, luxury and one of the most advanced all wheel drive systems on the planet.

Number of payments 130 Total paid $42,510

SOLD

2009 HONDA CIVIC LX SUNROOF COUPE Number of payments 156 Total paid $21,684

2009 HONDA FIT DX-A WAGON Number of payments 156 Total paid $21,684

Stk#c-5791-a

Number of payments 156 Total paid $42,900

Stk#c-9-6251-0

2008 FORD ESCAPE XLT 4X4 SUNROOF SUV Number of payments 156 Total paid $24,804

2008 FORD FOCUS SE SEDAN Number of payments 156 Total paid $14,820

Stk#9-956-0

Stk#c-2531-a

$139 b/w

$14,997

STK# 9-8395-0

$155 B/W OR $18,997

$30,997

Stk#c-2531-a

2008 CHEVROLET AVALANCE 1500LTZ

STK# 9-7272-A

2008 JEEP WRANGLER LTR SAHARA Number of payments 156 Total paid $34,164

$275 b/w $29,997

2007 ACURA MDX TECH PKG SUV

$159 b/w $16,997

2007 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN

$95

2007 DODGE RAM 1500 SPORT 4X4 QUAD

$9,997

Number of payments 156 Total paid $34,164

Stk#9-3041-0

Number of payments 130 Total paid $42,510

Number of payments 130 Total paid $16,770

Stk#9-1043-1

Stk#9-3567-0

SOLD

Number of payments 130 Total paid $27,170

2008 HONDA ACCORD EX-L COUPE

Stk#9-115-0

$185 b/w $19,888

2007 FORD F-150 XLT WITH XTR

2008 HONDA ACCORD EX-L SEDAN

Stk#90747-0

$185 b/w $19,888

2007 FORD F-150 EX REGULAR CAB

$119 b/w $12,997

2007 HONDA CR-V LX 4X4 SUV

$149 b/w $15,997

2007 HONDA ODYSSEY EX-L VAN

$119 b/w $12,997

2006 HONDA CIVIC LX SEDAN

$195 b/w $20,888

2006 TOYOTA TACOMA SR5 V5 4X4

Number of payments 156 Total paid $28,860

Number of payments 156 Total paid $28,860

SOLD SOLD

2008 HONDA CIVIC DX-G SEDAN Number of payments 156 Total paid $18,564

2008 HONDA CIVIC EX-L Number of payments 156 Total paid $23,244

Stk#9-7639-0

Stk#9-7942-0

2008 HONDA CIVIC LX SEDAN Number of payments 156 Total paid $18,564

Stk#9-1289-0

2008 HONDA ELEMENT EX MT SUV Number of payments 156 Total paid $30,420

Stk#9-0307-0

Stk#9-4045-0

2008 TOYOTA TUNDRA LIMITED

Number of payments 130 Total paid $24,180

Stk#9-8189-0

SOLD

Number of payments 130 Total paid $26,650

Number of payments 130 Total paid $26,650

Number of payments 130 Total paid $27,560

SOLD

Number of payments 130 Total paid $18,070

Number of payments 130 Total paid $30,550

Stk#9-7574-a

Stk#v-6770-a

Stk#L-1499-A

Stk#L-4690-B

Stk#9-2953-A

Stk#J-9135-0

STK# V-3861-A

$139 B/W OR $16,997

Buy any new or used

$139 b/w $14,888

b/w

STK# 9-0121-0

$235 B/W OR $28,997

vehicle & earn

$209 B/W OR $24,898

250 AIR MILES

$219 b/w $23,997

2004 CHEVROLET CORVETTE COUPE

$265 b/w $28,997

2004 GMC SIERRA 1500 SLE CREW CAB

Stk#9-3975-0

Stk#K15543

$327 b/w $30,997

2004 GMC SIERRA 1500 HD DENALI

$129 b/w $11,997

2003 HONDA CR-V LX AWD SUV

$209 b/w $19,997

2003 HONDA PILOT EX-L 4WD SUV

$186 b/w $17,994

2002 HONDA CR-V EX-L SUV

$205 b/w $10,997

2002 LEXUS RX 300 SUV

$205 b/w $18,997

2002 TOYOTA RAV 4 4DR SUV

$212 b/w $19,997

2001 NISSAN SENTRA GXE TOURING COMPACT

$139 b/w $12,997

1999 SUBARU IMPREZNA TS AWD SEDAN

$235 b/w $21,998

1997 DODGE RAM 1500 4X4 REGULAR CAB Stk#9-6287-A

reward miles $23,997 $14,997 $16,997

Stk#9-9305-0

$11,997

Stk#RD7743PL

$11,997

Stk#YF1853EN

$14,497

Stk#V-8654-A

$12,997

Stk#V-2417-A

$8,997

Stk#F-3161-A

Stk#V-4540-A

SOLD

Stk#9-9295-B

$5,997 $7,497 $6,888

OR COME DOWN FOR THE BEST PRICING AROUND!!!

1-888-451-4971 www.glacierhonda.ca

SERVICE & SALES

Open 8:30-5:30 Mon-Sat • 1602 Columbia Ave. Castlegar

DL23033

* Certain Fees Apply - See Dealer For Details.

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NO INTEREST FOR SIX YEARS! You Interested Now?

General Motors is now offering 0 % percent financing for 72 months on all new GMC Sierra light-duty trucks. That’s a full six years of free credit.

A lot can happen in six years, but with such incredible long-term savings and GMC’s professional-grade quality and toughness, you can turn your interest to more exciting things.

Plus, enjoy best-in-class fuel efficiency of any full-sized 4x4 pick-up with a V8 engine.

TALK TO US NOW ABOUT SELECTION AND SAVINGS. The new General Motors at your new local GM store www.kalawsky.com

1.888.696.0124 1700 Columbia Avenue, Castlegar g

DL# 08917

CHEVROLET BUICK GMC (1989) LTD.

SAVE WITH A LOYALTY REWARDS CARD!

West Kootenay Advertiser Thursday, June 7, 2012

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NEW

from

Nelson Chrysler

RED HOT CLEAR THE LOT $12,000 Ram Truck Sale

SAVE

$12,000 ON ANY RAM 1500 or CUMMINS DIESEL ON OUR LOT

Choose from 7-Cummins Diesels • 9 -1500 Crew Cabs • 7-1500 Quad Cabs

2012 Ram 1500 Quad Cab 4x4 SXT • 5.7L Hemi, 6 Speed Automatic • Power Windows/Locks/Mirrors/Keyless Entry

*26 MPG Highway

• Trailer tow Package/121L Fuel Tank STK# 1279 • Bluetooth Hands Free Phone List Price $40,620.00 - $12,000.00

Sale Price $28,620.00

2012 Ram 3500 Crew Cab SLT Cummins Diesel • 6.7L Cummins Turbo Diesel, 6 Speed Transmission • Power Windows/Locks/Mirrors/Keyless Entry, Power Seat • Trailer Tow Package/ Bluetooth Hands Free Phone/ Tube Steps STK# 1254 List Price $61,620.00 - $12,000.00

• Spray-in Box Liner, on/off road tires

Sale Price $49,620.00

BONUS

VIVA LAS VEGAS 3 days & 2 nights for 2 people with any new or used vehicle purchase in June! *Please see us for details

1-800-633-7794

www.nelsonchrysler.com

803 Baker St. Nelson B.C

352-3542 • DL#5413

sales@nelsonchrysler.com

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Dear Valued Customer:

This employee pricing sale is our way of saying thank you for your past business and we look forward to serving you in the future. In these challenging economic times we realize that it’s important we continue to serve our customers the real value, real price that City Furniture & Appliances has been providing since 1976.

Ray Kandola-President Perfect for Dad!

FRONT LOAD WASHER & DRYER 4.0 cu. ft.

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Dad will love this!

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$999

Relax & glide!

1"*3

StoraHF Erawers Pptional

Wall Hugger Recliner $399

Power Wall Hugger Recliner $699

'30/5 -0"% 45&". 8"4)&3 45&". %3:&3 Glider $399 Ottoman $199

Bonded Leather Reclining Set 1PXFS 3FDMJOFS 4FU BMTP BWBJMBCMF PO TBMF

SAVE $500 1"*3

8 Piece Bedroom Suite with Storage Bed

3FDMJOJOH 4PGB $799 3FDMJOJOH -PWFTFBU $769 3FDMJOJOH $IBJS $499

Queen headboard/storage footboard/rails, ESFTTFS NJSSPS DIFTU OJHIU UBCMFT

60�

$1999 Storage drawers optional

70�

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1988

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70�

1388

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52�, 60� & 70� FULL HD LED TV’s

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80�

649

$

21 cu. ft.

579

$

17 cu. ft.

449

$

13 cu. ft.

Upright Freezers 21 & 17 cu. ft.

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3988

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4488 SHARP AQUOS BACK LIT LED FULL ARRAY 80� PANEL (THE BIG ONE!) 80� $

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Visit our website @ www.cityfurniturecanada.com Serving B.C. & Alberta since 1976

We Don’t Sell. We Help You Buy!

Locally Owned & Operated

We reserve the right to limit quantities. While we strive for accuracy in product description and pricing (which can be amended without prior notice by the manufacturer), we cannot be held responsible for technical

499

$

15 cu. ft.