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Reading programs ready for young minds

BY BREANNE MASSEY Times Staff

Instead of worrying about buying new school supplies or clothes for the upcoming school year, librarian Rhonda Giles is in her element.

Giles began drawing jellyfishes and divers with her daughter, painting the caricatures in the Beaver Valley Library with summer student Amanda Pourmokhtari, suspending them

from the ceiling with fishing line and preparing a series of afterschool reading programs.

Exactly one week after students return to classes, the Beaver Valley Library will embark on a series of new reading programs with a salt water air to them.

“We’re going to have an underwater theme,” Giles said, gesturing towards piratethemed books and an assort-

ment of colourful cut-outs.

“We even built a cardboard yellow submarine so I’m probably going to be humming in the background and the kids won’t even know about the song.”

Each of the programs are geared towards different age groups, including story time for newborns and their mothers, ages three to five and ages six to 12.

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Summer student Amanda Pourmokhtari spent her last work-week hanging fishing nets.

Boundary change proposal raises political ire

BY BREANNE MASSEY AND TIMOTHY SCHAFER Times Staff

Montrose and Rossland are only 15 kilometres apart, but the proposed federal electoral boundary changes could put a mountain between them.

Last Monday night in Montrose’s regular council meeting, Mayor Joe Danchuk said he recently received a concerned call from B.C. Southern Interior member of Parliament Alex Atamanenko about the changes.

The conversation sparked some debate among Montrose councillors.

“I think this is just one of those decisions that comes from Ottawa where they arbitrarily draw a line down the map without looking at our mountainous geography,” councillor Don Berriault offered in jest of the situation.

The riding changes could re-align the political map for voters when they head to the polls, a review process that occurs each decade.

Under the proposed boundaries, the new riding of the South Okanagan-West Kootenay (formerly called the B.C. Southern Interior) will exclude Nelson, Harrop-Proctor, Blewett, Salmo, Ymir, Fruitvale and Montrose from the riding.

Instead the latter group will be added to the Kootenay-Columbia group, which stretches to the Alberta border.

The City of Penticton will be included for the first time in 100 years with parts of the West Kootenay, while the Similkameen Valley is expected to be cut in half at Keremeos.

Hedley and Princeton will join the vast Central Okanagan-Coquihalla riding extending to the southern border of Kamloops.

As a result, Danchuk showed the group an e-mail from Atamanenko and told them that he has agreed to back him by attending a public meeting about the changes on Oct. 3.

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The attic space of the China Creek home was completely engulfed in fire when fire crews arrived.

Early morning fire guts China Creek home

BY BREANNE MASSEY Times Staff

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The family made it out of the burning home on their own.

A family in China Creek is coping with damage from a fire early on Thursday morning.

The smell of smoke raised alarm bells around 5 a.m. and the Kootenay Boundary Regional Fire Rescue (KBRFR) team arrived at the home shortly afterwards.

Firefighter Grant Tyson said the crew saw “a lot of smoke and fire” when it arrived at the Genellebased home. According to a recent press release for the KBRFR, heavy smoke began wafting from the roof and the attic was engulfed in fire.

“The home was occupied by a family but they all made it out on their own,” he said.

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The City of Rossland’s support is being sought on a master plan amendment by Red Mountain Resort to create an informal trail network, logging and moving a lift location in the controlled recreation area.

The Ministry of Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations sent a letter to council July 24 asking for their input on the request to amend the master plan.

Red Mountain has proposed removal of two lifts, adjustment of an approved lift location, and addition of an informal trail network as changes to their master plan. The planned lift location and the trail network are located within the resort controlled recreation area (CRA) which the City supports through the Official Community Plan’s land use designation.

The trails will be for public use and will be built and managed in partnership with the Kootenay Columbia Trails Society. Trailbased activities will include mountain biking, cross country skiing, snowshoeing and hiking. Timber harvesting will also be required to construct the proposed trails, but also for ongoing management of forest health. The City has until Aug. 24 to reply to the master plan amendment.

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(From left to right) Librarian Rhonda Giles and summer student Amanda Pourmokhtari installed a pirate ship machete on a book shelve at the Beaver Valley library on Wednesday.

Reading program brings kids together FROM PAGE 1 Each program will be completing reading assignments, doing experiments and making crafts until midNovember.

Some participants will read ‘The Terrible Horrible Smelly Pirate,’ ‘Pirates Don’t Change Diapers’ and ‘Rainbow Fish.’ Children between the ages of three to five can attend the Underwater Adventure program between 10 and 11 a.m. on Sept. 11. In addition to reading about marine life, children who participate will be exposed to books about underwater mysteries and animals.

And after the success of the province-wide Strange But True summer reading program, Pourmokhtari’s science background will remain an integral part of the programs despite her return the University of Northern B.C. (UNBC) in Prince George.

After the children got past feelings of betrayal about incorporating science into the summer program, it

was a huge success that is expected to continue. “We’re going to do an experiment with submarines to show the kids how they go down and why they come up,� said Giles. “And I’m sure we’ll come up with a few more.�

Children between the ages of six and 12 can attend a similar program, Shipwrecked Craft Hour, geared towards their age between 2:30 and 3:30 p.m.

But Pourmokhtari saw other advantages of the program. “It gets the kids out with their friends in a safe environment,� she said. “It’s so nice they come in after school with their friends and make even more new friends.�

There is no fee to participate in the Beaver Valley Library’s fall reading programs.

For more information, call Giles at 250-367-7114, e-mail bvplkids@ telus.net or drop by the Beaver Valley Public Library at 1847 1st Street in Fruitvale.

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Atamanenko’s e-mail to Danchuk stated that “it would send a powerful message to the commission if each town council and regional district (would) come out in strong opposition of what they are proposing.�

Danchuk added that he would be attending the public meeting in early-Oct., and extended an invitation to village council. Councillor Don Duclos and councillor Cindy Cook agreed to attend the Castlegar public meeting as well.

And they aren’t alone.

Rossland council recently voted to write a letter of dissatisfaction with the proposed federal riding boundary changes, asking instead that the current boundaries be kept. “I’m just concerned that our issues and rural concerns are just going to get lost in the shuffle,� said councillor Kathy Moore about the proposed change to lump Rossland in with the Okanagan City of Penticton.

She proposed a letter to the Electoral Boundaries Commission stating council was not in favour of the riding change and that they should be left the way they are, as well as sending Mayor Greg Granstrom to the public meeting to present their letter to the public commission.

The motion sparked some internal debate in council over joining a larger but Conservative held riding to the West—and a seat in government—against staying with a “have not� riding of the Southern Interior held by the NDP. “I think our voice isn’t heard,� said councillor Cary Fisher. “(Atamanenko) does a great job, but when you are in the minority . . . you are just a bunch of people screaming into the wind.�

If the area continued to be in the minority, he noted, federal infrastructure projects would continue to pass by the area in favour of others.

However, the majority of council supported the letter. Anybody can make a written submission to the B.C. Commission before Oct. 18.

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REGIONAL BACK ON THE SHORE

High river flows can have ecological benefits: BC Hydro

Creston grower optimistic about cherry harvest

BY GRACE PICKELL

BY LORNE ECKERSLEY

Special to Trail Daily Times

Creston Valley Advance

This year’s higher than normal snowpack, precipitation and runoff in the Columbia Basin led to some challenging circumstances, but for the Columbia River ecosystem it may be a welcome change.

“From an ecological perspective, rivers can potentially benefit from high water levels,” said James Baxter, Natural Resource Specialist at BC Hydro.

“High flows can add additional nutrients into the waterscour and clean sediments from the river bottom, and add habitat in terms of large woody debris and new channel features. “ Most fish don’t live in the middle of a river; they live near the shoreline where there is lots of food, debris, and cover to hide under—so when the river floods, water spreads out over the land and creates more places for fish to live.

Even after the water levels recede, the high flows will have changed the shape of the river and likely created new habitat.

During the period of high flows on the Columbia River this year, BC Hydro carefully monitored the environmental impacts of the flow changes. In order to manage the high levels on Arrow Lakes reservoir, BC Hydro had to pass significant flows through the Hugh L. Keenleyside Dam. When floods or droughts occur in a river that hasn’t been dammed, the water levels can change quite drastically. On a dammed river, however, the flow changes can be managed and the impacts on the river’s ecosystem are taken into consideration.

For example, when the discharge from Hugh L. Keenleyside Dam was eventually reduced, the change was made over three days rather than one.

This pattern of flow decrease, called flow ramping, is a proven technique to reduce impacts, and allowed fish to swim to deeper water and avoid being stranded.

In addition to these precautions, BC Hydro has also implemented a flow reduction strategy.

“In both natural and dammed rivers fish can become stranded when water levels drop and pools are created that are cut off from the river.

To address this issue we try to make flow reductions that limit stranding, and where needed will actually salvage fish and return them to the river” said Baxter.

Creston cherry grower Jenny Faynor said the 2012 lateseason cherry harvest has its challenges but, compared to recent years, “it’s a big crop that ranges in quality from pretty good to very good.”

Faynor, with her husband, Rick, has about 36 acres of cherries in production. They operate their own sorting and packing facility, hiring about 50 local residents to sort, pack and weigh Lapin, Staccato and Sweetheart varieties for distribution to retailers in Asia, Europe and even Florida.

“Actually, this crop is exceptional compared to the last few years,” she said on Tuesday. “We aren’t dealing with the damage that was so high in the last few crops.”

While a cool, wet spring and early summer caused some inconsistency in the size of cherries in each cluster, the last month of hot dry weather helped grow and ripen the fruit. The heat has caused some of the fruit to be soft, making it unworthy of shipment to international markets.

“We really rely on our sorters to make sure only firm cherries end up in the shipments,” she said. “They are really working hard this year and they make a huge difference in how our cherries are accepted on the market. If we ship fruit that doesn’t last, costs rise because we have already paid to have it picked, packed and shipped. Rejections at the receiving end really hurt.”

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James Baxter of BC Hydro shows the high river levels on the Columbia.

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With the Columbia River now receded some fishermen wasted no time getting back on the shores of the mighty river to try their luck.

Nelson police shoot bear in Fairview NELSON STAR A black bear seen repeatedly scavenging for garbage in Fairview was shot by a Nelson Police Department officer Tuesday evening.

Police attempted to call in a conservation officer, who could have potentially trapped or tranquilized the animal for relocation, but none were available and police were forced to destroy the bear.

Police chief Wayne Holland said officers had responded to several calls about the same bear over the previous six days. It had become habituated to human interaction and, he said, if it had been relocated, it likely would have returned to populated areas in search of food.

“It had no fear of humans,” Holland said. “It had found a number of specific food sources in the area and was returning to the same places over several

days.”

Officers spent over an hour trying to coax the bear into the forest. Eventually it climbed a tree in front of a vacant home at 707 Fifth Street. It stayed there until the officer shot it.

“There were a lot of pedestrians and citizens standing around, it was starting to get dark and it would have been too dangerous to leave it up there,” Holland said.

Wendy Horan, an ecologist who lives near where the bear was shot, watched the whole thing from her deck. She was horrified by how the situation played out.

“I was yelling off my deck, ‘don’t shoot it.’ I just couldn’t believe people were just standing around watching and nobody seemed to have a problem with it,” she said.

Having formerly lived in Whistler, Horan said she used to

see bears walk down the street all the time. The difference, she said, is that the bears wouldn’t find any food to entice them to come back.

“It was illegal to keep your garbage outside in Whistler,” she said. “It was a different mindset.

If you knew one of your neighbours was leaving garbage out, it was really frowned upon.”

This is the second bear shot in Nelson this summer. A young grizzly was shot by a conservation officer near the Nelson City Campground in early July.

Police chief Holland said there has also been a lot of concern about a bear frequenting the Rosemont area and Granite Pointe golf course.

“People have been saying it’s a grizzly bear, but that hasn’t been confirmed,” Holland said.

“We know it’s becoming habituated as well and may become a concern.”

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New Democrat MP Savoie resigns her seat for health reasons THE CANADIAN PRESS OTTAWA - New Democrat MP Denise Savoie is resigning her seat in the House of Commons.

The Victoria MP announced Thursday she’s quitting politics and returning to private life as of Aug. 31.

The 69-year-old cited a “health warning” from her doctor for her decision.

“My doctor gave me a health warning this spring and recommended that I adopt a more balanced lifestyle, without the travel and physical demands of the job of an MP from Western Canada,” she said in a written statement.

NDP Leader Tom Mulcair was on hand for Savoie’s announcement at her Victoria constituency office on the lower end of Vancouver Island.

He said Savoie will be “missed by all of her colleagues regardless of political affiliation.”

Savoie was first elected in 2006 and currently serves as deputy Speaker in the Commons.

Her resignation leaves the NDP with 101 seats and raises the possibility of as many as four byelections this fall.

Calgary Centre is vacant following the surprise resignation of Conservative MP

Lee Richardson last spring.

The Toronto-area riding of Durham is also vacant following the resignation of Bev Oda, the beleaguered international co-operation minister.

A byelection may also be necessary in the Toronto riding of Etobicoke Centre, where defeated Liberal MP Borys Wrzesnewskyj successfully sought a court order to overturn the result of the 2011 election.

Tory MP Ted Opitz, who won the riding by 26 votes, has appealed the matter to the Supreme Court of Canada, which has yet to rule on the case.

Wildfire quadruples in size, but now 20 per cent contained THE CANADIAN PRESS CLINTON, B.C. - Twenty-four hours of back breaking effort has partially tamed a wildfire burning in B.C.’s Cariboo region at Big Bar Creek, 40 kilometres west of Clinton.

“Thanks to hard work from crews, equipment and aircraft (Wednesday), the fire is now 20 per cent contained,” said fire information officer Jenny Fremlin.

She said the blaze had blackened just over four square kilometres of woodland, up from one square kilometre on Wednesday morning, but crews were optimistic about making further inroads.

“The objective for the day will be further containment by building more fuel-free areas, setting up water delivery systems and cooling the fire with water bucketing and hoses,” she said.

Wildfire management officials said 117 firefighters and a specialized incident management team remained assigned to the blaze on Thursday.

An evacuation order was downgraded to an alert on Wednesday but most of the 40 people in about 15 homes, and

another 40 guests of a nearby resort ranch, defied the command to get out, saying they were confident of their escape plans.

“I figured, you know, all those people on the fire scene would do their job to get the fire gone and I wouldn’t go,” said area resident Fred Bressler.

“I have an escape zone where I can go with my truck . . . We know we could go out the Big Bar Road, because it was completely safe to go that way.”

Bressler said he hadn’t heard much from his neighbours or those who live in areas more directly threatened by the flames because fire has taken out utilities.

“The power line that goes down to the Big Bar ferry is kaput,” he said.

“The fire burned six power lines, so there’s no power going through there and the telephone doesn’t work.”

A local state of emergency continues in the ThompsonNicola Regional District after being declared late Tuesday when flames, believed to have been started by a house fire, threatened the homes near Big Bar.

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In brief A LOOK AROUND THE PROVINCE

Vernon stabbing Charges have now been laid against a 35-yearold Vernon man after another resident of the North Okanagan city was stabbed repeatedly.

The 44-year-old victim remains in hospital.

Mitchell Wade Carefoot has been charged with aggravated assault and assault with a weapon.

Victoria bust Four people are under arrest as police in Victoria try to curb the flow of drugs at local night clubs. Officers made the arrests as they wrapped up a sting that also netted the city’s first known undercover purchase of ketamine—a drug frequently used by vets to sedate animals.

Ecstasy, cocaine and ketamine were bought during the three-month operation targeting four people who were dealing to Victoria’s bars and clubs. Two men and two women, aged between 29 and 42, face various drug-related charges.

Inquest Riverview The coroners service will hold an inquest into the death of a patient who went missing from Riverview Hospital in Coquitlam in February 2011. A passerby found Patricia Reed’s body five days later in a ditch beside a road that was no longer used on the Riverview property.

At the inquest in December, the coroner and a jury will hear evidence from witnesses to determine the facts surrounding Reed’s death. Juries make recommendations aimed at preventing deaths in similar circumstances in the future.

Top blood A University of B-C grad student has landed at the top spot in North America for his research into how blood flows to the brain during exercise at high altitudes. Kurt Smith came up with his findings in a lab at 5,500 metres—more than halfway to the peak of Mount Everest—and recently presented them at the University of Lethbridge, where he beat out 20 other students.

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NATIONAL Ottawa-proposed PRPPs as RRSPs dismissed: Howe institute THE CANADIAN PRESS TORONTO - The C.D. Howe Institute is calling for significant changes to Ottawa’s proposed new pension system, dismissing it as a re-release of the existing RRSP shelter “with a new coat of paint.�

In fact, a new study by the Toronto think-tank released Thursday says that Pooled Registered Pension Plans as currently designed should be avoided by many low- and middle-income Canadians.

However, the report, entitled Pooled Registered Pension Plans: Pension Savior - or a New Tax on the Poor? says PRPPs could be vastly improved by changes to tax rules. “As currently proposed, PRPPs present only the appearance of reform because they are for the most part a re-release of an existing retirement savings vehicle -RRSPs with a new coat of paint,� said James Pierlot, a pension specialist and member of the Pension Policy Council of the C.D. Howe Institute.

Introduced for federally regulated employees in June, PRPPs are intended to improve pension coverage and retirement-saving outcomes by reducing costs and improving investment returns through asset pooling and third-party administration.

But since most employers under federal pension legislation are already providing pension coverage to their employees, the expectation was that most provincial governments would follow the federal lead and adopt PRPPs for the vast majority of Canadian workers, who are under provincial jurisdiction. So far that has not been the case.

The Howe Institute study says PRPPs represent only a mild improvement over existing options such as RRSP and defined-contribution pension plans because tax rules for all three are essentially similar. As a result, that will prevent many private-sector workers from saving enough for retirement and from receiving retirement income in the form of a life pension, the Howe Institute says in a release. “Worst of all, as the authors show, PRPPs should be avoided entirely by many low- to middle-income workers, who will face taxes and government-benefit clawbacks on PRPP retirement benefits at rates that are significantly higher than the refundable rates that apply to contributions,� it says.

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New project aims to try again to find lost Franklin ships

BY STEPHANIE LEVITZ THE CANADIAN PRESS

CAMBRIDGE BAY, Nunavut - The search for the lost ships of the ill-fated Franklin expedition continues.

A new research project was announced Thursday by the prime minister in Nunavut, where the ships sunk. “Why do we search for the Franklin? The wreckage

of the Franklin expedition is a national historic site designated some time ago - it is the only undiscovered national historic site, we feel an obligation to discover it,� Stephen Harper said.

Sir John Franklin set out from England in 1845 to find the Northwest Passage with two ships, the HMS Erebus and HMS Terror

But they ended up trapped in ice and Franklin, along with other crew members, died in 1847. The next year, the surviving crew set out on foot but were never seen alive again.

All this is known thanks to a message left in a cairn on King William Island, and while the message suggested where the two ships might have been when they were

Parents can help kids between ages of 25-34 to buy homes, says CIBC

BY LUANN LASALLE THE CANADIAN PRESS

A downturn in the housing market may not be as bad as feared because the important 25-34 age group will continue to buy houses - some with help from their well-off parents, says a senior economist at CIBC World Markets.

The analysis takes aim at a theory that population growth won’t be strong enough to sustain demand, putting downward pressure on housing prices that have risen dramatically during a years-long period of low interest rates. “This demographically driven fear is much ado about nothing,�

Benjamin Tal, deputy chief economist at CIBC World Markets, said Thursday.

Demographic projections suggest there will be fewer Canadians under the age of 25 and between the ages of 45 and 54, but Tal notes those groups account for a small portion of home buyers. Tal said the group aged 25 and 34 - the age group that makes up the vast majority of first-time buyers - will continue to grow.

While that growing population of young people may have to postpone buying a house for a couple of years due to their student debt level, their parents can help them out, Tal said from Toronto.

“Many of those young people, they’re lucky, they have wealthy parents,� Tal said in an interview after his housing report was published. “This is actually the first generation that the parents are better off than the kids and those parents will write a nice cheque,� he said. “The student debt level is not significant enough to really kill the housing market.�

This group of young people also have the option of living with their parents while paying down their debt and saving for a down payment, he said. Tal said once they move out, the younger generation will be “extremely dynamic� in terms of selfemployment and being employable, which will help them buy houses. “They will be employable, they will work and they will make money.�

The Canadian average price for homes sold in July 2012 was $353,147, down two per cent from the same month last year. Excluding Greater Vancouver from the calculation, the average was up 1.1 per cent from a year ago.

Overall, the CIBC economist said the next decade will see an annual population growth of 0.9 per cent, in line with growth seen in the past decade - a period of strong demand for residential real-estate and a sharp jump in housing prices.

abandoned, previous attempts to find the wrecks have been unsuccessful.

In 2010, a search team did find the remains of the HMS Investigator, sent in 1850 to find Franklin. The unknown final resting place of the ships was declared a national historic site in 1992, though the ships will remain the property of the United Kingdom.

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Smart meters, dumb customer, higher rates

T

he smart meters that Fortis wants to install will not kill me, but I figure I have about as much chance of using them to my advantage as I do of consistently winning at the casino.

To make use of the off-peak rates and other money-saving and conservation-oriented billing innovations that are promised to follow the controversial meters, customers would have to be able to understand their bills – a tall order when paying the Fortis piper.

The utility’s latest bill has eight lines of charges, before you get to the taxes.

These include new rates, old rates, interim rates, basic rates, conservation rates, basic charges, energy charges, bimonthly blocks – the mind reels.

Trying to wade through all of this to discover how to save money and the planet is about as easy as trying to convince a telemarketer that there is no way earthly way he is going to pry any money out of you and to stop calling.

“What time should I

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set the dishwasher to take advantage of the new Fortis Save-Us-All-But-Still-PayThem rate, honey? After midnight, isn’t it?”

“No, that’s when we run the air conditioner.”

“But, it’s cool outside then, shouldn’t we just go to bed.”

“Bed? Who’s got time for sex – or sleep? We have to do the laundry, bake pies, blow dry and curl my hair, bathe the dog, pressure wash the deck . . .

“Get moving, will you, we can’t just sit around and wait for the midnight hour or we will never be ready to save the planet.”

As for me, I have always tried to do my bit for the

environment and a comfortable retirement by conserving energy where I reasonably can.

I bought a high efficiency furnace even when my plumber advised that a medium-efficiency unit made more sense economically. I turn off lights, turn down the thermostat, turn off the dry cycle on the dishwasher, hang the laundry during the summer.

But what does it get me?

Ever-mounting electrical bills.

In addition to the dizzying array of charges cited above, the latest missive from Fortis indicates that our daily electrical consumption was up 21 per cent over the 62 days from mid June to mid August, compared with the same period last year.

I was flabbergasted. We had replaced our 25-yearold washer and dryer with a new set that is so happy to labour for us that it plays tunes, all while promising to use less energy. The only other addition to the energy mix was an underground sprinkler system, but surely the digital controls couldn’t

make an appreciable difference.

I called the Fortis help line, thinking that the summer billing period used to calculate last summer’s average daily consumption must have included more days. After a few taps on her keyboard, the friendly young voice at the other end of the line assured me that both billing periods were the same.

When I pointed out that we have had a much cooler summer, so I had used the air conditioning less and didn’t turn on the basement dehumidifier until much later than usual, she was puzzled.

“It’s been really hot at my house.”

Since she had no other wisdom for me and couldn’t remember last month, let alone the good old days, I rang off.

Still puzzled, I turned to the newsletter that came with the electrical bill and spied “Five easy energysaving tips to help you keep you cool this summer.”

• Wash and rinse your clothes in cold water and dry them on the line.

Check.

• Don’t heat your pool during the hot months, use a solar blanket at night instead. No pool.

• Keep your blinds or curtains closed to the sun.

Check.

• Replace the filter on your air conditioner. I’ll get right on it.

• Set your air conditioner to 25 C? You have got to be kidding!

Men don’t live lonely lives in caves anymore, most of us live with women. Try turning down the air conditioner on a scorching West Kootenay afternoon and the fight that would ensue would heat up the house faster than if you threw the switch on the furnace.

I turned back to the newsletter and spied an article on Fortis’s new “osprey nest camera.” The bug-eyed bird in the accompanying photograph looked even wiser than an owl, so I am going to fire up the web cam.

Maybe he can explain my electrical bill to me.

Raymond Masleck is a retired Trail Times reporter.

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Call for Trail meeting on FortisBC application To the Editor: Please be advised that we are very much opposed to the application of FortisBC Inc., to bring smart meters (AMI project) to the West Kootenay areas.

Our concerns are based on the health, safety hazards, personal security information and increased cost of the meters to the general public.

Due to these various issues we feel there is a justified need for public input session in Trail.

It would be a grave injustice not to have the local people of thie area addresses, especially since we value our public resources so ethically and the fact that Trail is one of the more populated areas within the district. Every opportunity should be given to the public for direct input into

a program that is being formulated as our future way of life.

As far as the timetable for sessions in Trail and the need for public input, people wishing to actively participate in the proceedings feel there is not an adequate time frame mostly due to the summer vacation period and that a more reasonable time for the public to be involved should be early 2013.

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The trio Tight As Can Be had the Kootenay Savings Music in the Park audience swinging last week, as Cliff Onyett (left to right), Joshua Lord and Lawrence Shumey played the blues, folk and other styles. The series winds up for season on Aug. 30 and with the Old-Time Fiddlers #9.

Keep those uppity Canadians in their place To the Editor: In his letter of Aug. 21 (Nothing to make light of), NDP MP Alex Atamanenko referred to an organization called the Douglas Channel Watch (DCW). Being naturally curious, I looked them up.

Douglas Channel Watch has an incomplete, recently put together website with beautiful pictures of the channel but not much else. The members describe themselves as environmentalists.

Looking for more fact-based information on supertankers, I came across an article written

by Ray Dykes, a former journalist who has worked his way around the world and is now based in Nanaimo as a writer /photographer. He can be reached at prplus@shaw.ca Dykes provides some good information in his April 2012 BC Shipping News article entitled “Just how safe is our coast for supertankers?�

Here are some highlights: “Transport Canada‌and‌a federal Joint Review Panel report late in February gave the proposed new terminal (at Kitimat) and its tanker traffic a green light from a marine safety point of viewâ€?.

Dykes continues, â€œâ€Ś Californian tanker safety expert Jerry Aspland, who has won a Distinguished Public Service Award from the U.S. Coast Guard, assures viewers that the Douglas Channel and its waterways are safe. In fact, he likens them to Norwegian channels and says the Kitimat channel is “a long passage and the water is deep, but very predictable. The walls of the channel are straight up and make good radar targets.â€?

Dykes also describes the role of experienced BC Coastal Marine Pilots in ensuring the safe passage of tanker traffic. “At Port Metro Vancouver where tankers have been suc-

cessfully handled without a major accident for 97 years, Harbour Master, Voss Leclerc, keeps a watchful eye over 600 kilometres of coastline and says firmly that “marine safety is priority Number One, followed by the environment.�

A full read is available at http://www.wcmrc.com/wpcontent/uploads/2012/03/ Supertankers.pdf It’s certainly more informative than what Atamanenko provided.

Atamanenko says we should get serious about alternatives to pushing raw bitumen through pipelines and massive supertankers. But he doesn’t say what the alternatives are. Is he suggesting we adopt an Amish lifestyle and drive a horse and buggy?

Or is he just playing into the hands of foreign governments?

Keep those uppity Canadians in their place, eh?

Rose Calderon, Trail

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PEOPLE OBITUARIES COLLIER, DAVE — It is with a heavy heart we announce the death of Dave Collier on July 14th, 2012 at the age of 68. A graveside service will be held on Wednesday, August 29th, 2012 at 11:00AM at the Nelson Memorial Park Cemetery Mausoleum with Rev. Marcella Mugford presiding. In lieu of flowers donations are greatly appreciated in Dave’s memory to Kootenay Lake Hospital Foundation 3 View Street, Nelson BC, V1L 9Z9. Online condolences may be expressed at www.thompsonfs.ca. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Thompson Funeral Service Ltd.

Hip-hop stars hit ‘pause’ on homophobia in rap

BY MESFIN FEKADU THE ASSOCIATED PRESS

NEW YORK - Snoop Dogg has rapped in songs where gay slurs have been tossed about.

He’s even said them, part of a long list of rappers who have freely used the f-word - the other f-word - in rhyme.

For years, anti-gay epithets and sentiments in rap have largely been accepted, along with its frequent misogyny and violence, as part of the hip-hop culture - a culture that has been slow to change, even as gays enjoy more mainstream acceptance, particularly in entertainment.

But while perhaps glacial, a shift appears to be on the horizon.

“People are learning how to live and get along more, and accept people for who they are and not bash them or hurt them because they’re different,” Snoop Dogg said in a recent interview.

Frank Ocean may be largely responsible for that. The rising star, who revealed on his blog last month that his first love was a man, is technically an R&B singer. But he has produced and collaborated with some of music’s top hip-hop acts, from Jay-Z to Andre 3000 to Kanye West to Nas. He’s also co-written songs for Beyonce, Justin Bieber and John Legend, and is a member of the alternative rap group Odd Future.

“When I was growing up, you could never do that and announce that,” Snoop said of Ocean’s revelation. “There would be so much scrutiny and hate and negativity, and no one would step (forward) to support you because that’s what we were brainwashed and trained to know.”

When 24-year-old Ocean made his announcement, he received a ton of support from the music world, mainly through Twitter and blogs, including encouraging words from 50 Cent, Nas, Jamie Foxx, Def Jam Records founder Russell Simmons, Beyonce and Flea of the Red Hot Chili Peppers.

Even Ocean’s Odd Future band mate, Tyler, the Creator, showed some love, though he’s used homophobic slurs in his songs. “(The support for Frank is) an extension of the overall kind of support we’re seeing across the country for LGBT people, and not just in a broad sense, but specifically from iconic members of the black community,” said Daryl Hannah, GLAAD’s director of media and community partnerships, who namedropped President Barack Obama and Jay-Z as those leading the change.

While the support for Ocean is strong, and some rappers - including Nicki Minaj - have said a gay rapper will soon hit the music scene, it’s still hard to imagine that the male-dominated, macho rap world could include a gay performer.

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In this Aug. 22, 2012 photograph, an 86-year-old B.B. King thrills a crowd of several hundred people at the 32nd annual B.B. King Homecoming, a concert on the grounds of an old cotton gin where he worked as a teenager many years ago, in Indianola, Miss.

Now the place—the B.B. King Museum and Delta Interpretive Center—is a monument to him and the blues.

B.B. King gives intimate ‘homecoming’ performance

BY HOLBROOK MOHR THE ASSOCIATED PRESS

INDIANOLA, Miss. - A crescent moon hung over the Mississippi Delta as a legendary bluesman crept onto the stage.

He sat in a folding chair, grabbed a guitar, and introduced each member of his band.

Then, as if it was needed, he introduced himself.

“I guess you can look at me and tell I’m the old man. My name is B.B. King.”

At 86, King may be greyer and slower than he used to be, but there’s no questioning his ability to please fans. King performed for about an hour Wednesday night on an outdoor stage at the B.B. King Museum and Delta Interpretive Center in Indianola, built on the site of a cotton gin where he worked as teenager while growing up in the impoverished delta.

King was born in Leflore County but spent time in several cities, including Indianola, Kilmichael and Lexington.

He was honoured earlier this week in Kilmichael with a marker on the

Mississippi Blues Trail, which memorializes and markets Mississippi as the birthplace of the blues.

The 32nd annual B.B. King Homecoming was Indianola’s turn to celebrate. The crowd was young and old, from as far Britain, or from just down the street.

“This is one chance in a lifetime,” said Luke Woodcock of Bristol, England, who ended up at the show almost by chance as he was touring the United States with a friend, Barney Ware of Cheltenham, England. The 25-year-old friends were in Clarksdale this week when they heard King was performing the next night.

“This whole trip has been about a year in the making,” Ware said. “This is the best thing.”

Before taking stage, King took time to connect with his younger fans. He brought the W.A. Higgins Rock Ensemble from Clarksdale, a group of children ages 11 to 14, aboard his tour bus for a private meeting.

“It was, oh my God, like the best thing that ever happened to me,” 13-yearold Brittney Marshall said. “I really am speechless.”

The setting was intimate. He sat close to the edge of a stage on a grass lawn outside the museum. There were no fixed seats and a crowd stood just inches from the star as he plucked off some tunes. He asked the crowd to sing along with him at times, saying “this one is for the ladies” before playing “Do You Know You Are My Sunshine.”

“I didn’t see you shake your booty one time,” King teased a fan.

King closed with one of his anthems, “The Thrill is Gone.”

For his fans on a hot night in the Mississippi Delta, the thrill was back.

Online: • B.B. King Museum and Delta Interpretive Center: http://www.bbkingmuseum.org/ • Mississippi Blues Trail: http://msbluestrail.org/

Hayek defends comments in ‘German Vogue’ as ‘lost in translation’

BY SANDY COHEN THE ASSOCIATED PRESS

LOS ANGELES - Salma Hayek says she is proud to be Mexican and that comments suggesting otherwise were “lost in translation.”

The 45-year-old actress issued a statement Thursday after German Vogue magazine quoted her as saying she “hardly had any memories of

what it is to be Mexican.”

“I have never denied my background or my culture,” Hayek says in the statement released by publicist Cari Ross. “I have taught my child to embrace her Mexican heritage, to love my first language, Spanish, to learn about Mexican history, music, folk art, food, and even the Mexican candy I grew up with.

I have always been an active part of my community. I have tried my whole life to represent my Mexican roots with honour and pride. It saddens me when my words are lost in translation and taken out of context to hurt the people of Mexico, whom I love.”

Hayek graces the cover of the magazine and gives an interview about her role as the

leader of a Mexican drug cartel in the Oliver Stone drama “Savages.” This is not the first time Hayek has made public comments about her Mexican background that have drawn attention. Last year, she remarked to a reporter in Spanish, “If it wasn’t because of my high heels, I would still be in Coatzacoalcos with 10 children.”

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LIFESTYLES

Is the smart key necessarily a smart idea?

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ho’da thunk it? A push button to start your car? Is this a step forward or a step backward? I am not really sure. What is wrong with turning a key to start your car?

Is this really progress or technology for technology’s sake?

There was a time when I considered installing a push button to start my car.

Why? The alternative was replacing the ignition lock. There was an era in automobile manufacturing when they started to make ignition locks tricky and costly to replace.

The prospect of a hidden switch and push button was going to save significant time and money. It also seemed like it might be cool? Kinda like a race car.

Building something strong enough to lock your steering wheel and to prevent your shifter from being shifted out of park unless the key was on and your foot was on the brake was a

RON

NUTINI Mechanically Speaking mechanical challenge.

Obviously someone was dying to replace it with electronics.

Enter the smart key.

I don’t know about you but I have yet to get comfortable with the smart key. I do not own a vehicle with one. My only exposure has been customer vehicles.

What is a smart key?

A smart key (as applied to vehicles, according to Wikipedia) is an electronic access and authorization device that is available as optional or standard equipment on many vehicles. Siemens, a GE type conglomerate, is said to have invented

the system in the late 1990s and it was put in production in the 1998 S Class Mercedes Benz vehicles.

The smart key now comes in many shapes and sizes (some credit card like and others similar to the key fob type remotes many are used to using). Unlike a regular remote, button pushing is not necessary to unlock or lock your vehicle with a smart key.

As the key approaches the vehicle it belongs to antennas located within the vehicle’s bodywork allow communication between the remote and a control module within the vehicle.

Access may be granted just by lifting the door handle. Trunks may open by just moving your foot under the rear bumper. As the door opens the seat is moving rearward for easy entry, the seat heaters or seat air conditioning is turned on based on outside and inside temperatures.

Sit down in the seat and touch the on button and the seat and mirrors adjust to the setting preprogrammed into the driver’s smart key. Provided the brake pedal and/or clutch is depressed the next twist of the switch on some or push of a button on others engages the starter motor which then cranks until the engine starts. Happy motoring!

Pretty amazing on one level. A little disconcerting on another.

Is this all very necessary? What happens when it breaks? Good question. I fix it ….. I hope.

Many of these fancy smart key remotes still contain an old fashion key. It is usually hidden within and it allows unlocking the vehicle mechanically when the battery is too dead to let you in by electronic authorization. Then you can dig out your owner’s manual to find out the procedure to get your vehicle jump started and back in action.

As with all things new standard operating procedures for these systems is not the rule. Each has their own nomenclature and operating methods. I am still learning.

Personally I am still uncomfortable with these systems. You kind of feel a little out of control when you are six foot six. The door opens and you are greeted with a seat backing away from the steering wheel. There is a God. Comfortably take your seat. Push the on button. What is this? I am going to be crushed.

The driver who owns this smart key is one foot shorter than me.

God does punish.

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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.

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Viniyoga with Laurie Madison Trail, B.C. What is your intention for doing yoga? To develop strength and flexibility? To lighten your pain and suffering? To relieve anxiety, stress, depression? To become a more aware, conscious being? Perhaps your intention is a combination of these and more!

According to the Viniyoga tradition, your own intention should determine the practice that you do and how you do it. Remember, if you can breathe, you can do yoga!

This fall I am offering group classes 2x weekly at the United Church in Trail! Please join me! Group classes may not be your thing? But you would like to experience the benefits of yoga? I am also offering private sessions on Wednesday afternoons at Integral Therapy. This is a great opportunity to work on and improve whatever condition you may be experiencing in your own body!

Wed and Fri United Church 9:30-11 monthly passes available or drop in!

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OTHER - Travel, Gifts, Leisure, Food & Beverage, etc.

1. Return Airfare for Two - Trail to Vancouver courtesy of Pacific Coastal Airlines 2. Gift Baskets - courtesy of Red Riding Hood, Ye Olde Flower Shoppe, Cornerstone Cafe, Pet Needs Plus, 3. Gourmet Olive Oil Set - Ferraro Foods, 4. Swarvski Crystal set of 3 Butterflies - Lauener Bros. Jewellers 5. Gift Certificates - courtesy of Cafe Americano, Benedicts, Huckleberry’s, Fruitvale Kitchen, The Colander, Fruitvale Co-op, Fruitvale Petro-Canada 6. Other Metal Art Wall Plaque - Butterfly, courtesy Country Roads, Fruitvale; Royal Theatre 3-D movie tickets, Massage - Trail Integral Therapeutics

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McMullen to wear ‘C’

Main Camp begins Core group of players returning

BY JIM BAILEY

Times Sports Editor

The Trail Smoke Eaters will open its main camp at the Cominco Arena today with a leader firmly intact.

On Thursday, the Smokies named Garrett McMullen the team captain for the 201213 season.

McMullen, a native of Rochester, N.Y., is entering his 20 year-old season, his second in the BCHL. McMullen scored 36 points in 53 games with the Smoke Eaters in 2011-12 after being acquired early in the season GARRETT from the Powell River Kings.

MCMULLEN “I’m honoured and excited to be named captain of the Smoke Eaters,” said McMullen in a release.

“We have high expectations this season and I’m really looking forward to leading the way for this team.”

McMullen stepped it up last year to fill a void left by leading scorer and team leader Clayton Chessa when he was traded to Vernon and ultimately moved on to Nanaimo in early January.

McMullen counted 24 of his 36 points after Chessa’s departure, as he, Erik Cooper and Conner Tiechko became the most effective Smoke Eater line during the second half of the season.

“I’ve played a few captain roles before . . . I just try to lead by example and you know help the younger kids. It’s a big role to take on but I’m excited to do it.”

Adam Wheeldon a Nelson native was also named Smokies’ Assistant captain.

“They both grabbed the bull by the horns (last year). You know they’re so respected in there (the dressing room), and they work hard off and on the ice, they fit in, everyone likes them, the kids listen when they talk, so it was a JIM BAILEY PHOTO no brainer,” said Smoke Eaters coach Bill Birks.

McMullen becomes the 18th captain in The Trail Smoke Eaters ended its rookie camp on Thursday, and Smoke Eaters BCHL history, inheriting the begin its main camp today until Sunday with a renewed sense “C” from now-graduated defenseman Clayton of optimism for the coming season.

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BY JIM BAILEY Times Sports Editor

There is a sense of renewal in the Trail Smoke Eaters dressing room, as the coaching staff and players prepare to embark on its 2012-13 BCHL season.

Hot on the heels of its rookie camp, the Smoke Eaters main camp rattles the boards today and runs through Sunday at the Cominco Arena.

Smokies Coach Bill Birks was impressed with the crop of 50 rookies looking to crack the squad this week.

“They’re young, but there’s a few that are going to come through the main camp for sure.”

Returning players include new captain Garrett McMullen, goalie Lyndon Stanwood, Shane Poulsen, Joren Johnson, Marley Keca, Brandon Egli, Brent Baltus, Tanner Clarkson, and Adam Wheeldon - a good foundation to build on considering last year there were only a handful of returning Smokies.

“Last year we didn’t have much coming back, maybe three guys, but this year we have a pretty solid eight to 10 guys coming back that, number one, are good kids, two, they’re skilled and they’re all hungry,” said Smokies coach and GM Bill Birks.

The Smokies coaching staff of Birks, Brent Haven, and Barry Zanier were also busy recruiting and making trades in the off season and expect most to be at the camp.

Among those acquired are

former Vees forward Alex Holland, defenceman Djordje Leposavic, Tyler Berkholz from the Alberni Bulldogs, 19-yearold Austin Adduono, Bryce Knapp, rookie Anthony Conti, and goalie Braden Krogfoss, 17, MVP in the major midget league last year.

“We got bigger, older, and a lot more skilled, so I’m looking forward to it.”

The camp is much pared down from last year’s training camp when close to 80 players laced them up.

Whether its the talent coming in, or the talent returning from last year, or a combination of both, coach Birks already seems more confident in the potential of this year’s team.

This camp will see around 40 skaters, with Team 1 practicing from 3:45 to 5 p.m. today and Team 2 from 5:30 to 6:45 p.m.

On Saturday, the two teams will open with a scrimmage from 10 a.m. to 11:30 p.m. followed by fitness testing and another game at 7:30 p.m.

Sunday will see the best skaters take the ice for the Black vs Orange game at 11 a.m.

The 2012-13 BCHL season opener takes place Sept. 8th at the Save-On Foods BCHL Showcase in Chilliwack against the Cowichan Valley Capitals.

The first home game goes Sept. 21 against Westside Warriors.

Smoke signals: The Smoke Eaters are still seeking billets to join the team. If you have an extra room or two, please contact Scott McKinnon at 3685750.

BC JUVENILE GOLF

Local contingent enters triathlon McKay makes cut

BY TIMES STAFF A handful of Greater Trail athletes will tackle the toughest test in sport as they prepare for the Subaru Ironman Triathlon in Penticton on Sunday.

Rossland’s Dallas Cain will look to break the elusive nine-hour barrier in the professional men’s category and improve on his 16th place finish last year.

He will be joined once again by his brother Ryan from Cranbrook, as well as Susan Benzer from Rossland, Mike Konkin of Trail and Fruitvale’s Tara Fielder-Graham.

The tri-athletes face a 3.8-kilometre swim, a 180 km bike ride, and a 42.2 km run. Last year the thermometer registered 36 C compounding the demands of an already grueling race.

Curtis Sherstobitoff from Castlegar

and Kim Irving, Danica Lee and Peter Lee of Nelson will also participate.

Ironman triathlon had the humblest of beginnings, as a group of Navy Seals who were stationed in Hawaii, were discussing who were the fittest athletes in the world. Were swimmers, cyclists or runners the fittest? Navy commander John Collins decided there was only one way to find out, and that was to combine all three.

So in February 1978, 15 competitors decided to put themselves to the test by swimming 2.4 miles, biking 112 miles and running 26.2 miles.

“Whoever finishes first will be called the Ironman,” Collins said. And thus, Ironman Triathlon was born.

Since those humble beginnings, the sport of Ironman has developed into an international phenomenon.

With numerous full-distance races worldwide, more than 25,000 athletes are expected to compete in Ironman events in 2011.

Held in Penticton, British Columbia, Subaru Ironman Canada is the oldest Ironman race held in continental North America.

Subaru Ironman Canada will take place for the 30th consecutive time in 2012 and continues to be regarded as one of the best Ironman events due to its classic course and history.

Penticton has a population of 30,000 and is up held as one of the most athlete-friendly cities.

The great support of the city of Penticton contributes 4,500 volunteers; this group has been given the name “Iron Army” and provide support for one of the most timeless events in the sport of triathlon.

BY TIMES STAFF Rossland-Trail Country Club’s Tyler Mckay made the cut at B.C. Juvenile Golf championship at the Princeton Golf Club this week.

After 36 holes, McKay sat in a tie for 18th spot, with the top 65 in a field of over 90 making the cut.

The Rossland golfer shot two identical rounds of 77 Tuesday and Wednesday for a +10 on the par 72 course.

McKay had a rough start Wednesday, triple bogeying the first hole, before reeling off four birdies, eight pars, four bogeys and a double bogey to shoot 5-over for the day.

Henry Lee, 14 of Coquitlam, continued to set the pace as he followed up his first round four-under-par 68 with a -1 round of 71. The two-round-total of 139, -5 now has him four strokes ahead of his nearest competitors.

Three players sit in that tie for second at a one-under par, two round total of 143. These players are 15-year-old Jake Scarrow of Dewdney (70-73), 15-year-old Patrick Tan of Vancouver (72-71) and 13-year-old Roy Kang of North Vancouver (74-69).

Final scores Thursday were unavailable at press time.

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SPORTS

Take a good B.C. ‘Hogs’ look to shut down Bombers walk for a great cause

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m o k i e camps have started but they play next week and the week after that out of town.

The NHL has started sliding into DAVE lockout.

Hurricane season is ramping up, as is the U.S. political Sports ‘n’ Things campaign season, which is even more painful than our own.

Reruns all over the tube, even including poker.

It’s pre-season for the NFL and the playoff drive isn’t really under way yet in baseball.

So, we all need a break in a pretty locale.

The good thing for us locals is that we don’t have to travel far for that.

Come out to Gyro Park Sunday morning and you can: Catch breakfast from the Kootenayfamous Kiwanians; Sign up to be an organ donor; Participate, as a walker or sponsor or spectator, in the Trail Kidney Walk, whose organizers annually show the rest of the province how to get their community behind a worthwhile effort; Partake of various entertainments provided; AND, pick up a bargain or three in the first-ever kidney walk Silent Auction, which contains such items as: Airline tickets, Smoke Eater tickets, movie tickets, bowling passes, golf passes, massages, garden ornaments, workout/tanning passes, gift baskets full of stuff both beautiful and useful and often delicious; food, beverage and gasoline gift certificates, a very special and valuable puppy starter kit with all the necessaries, AND Signed hockey memorabillia from the Canucks and a signed Jason Bay special issue New York Mets jersey.

It’s still not done, you can bid on Trail Rides and tools, crystal and clothing and gadgets - 35 items in all.

Just show up in support of the cause, one way or another. Registration begins at nine, the auction runs from eight till noon, the walk takes off at 10 a.m.

Breakfast will be served from eight to 11 a.m. (or till supplies run out).

If you are an early riser, come on down and help set up the tables and chairs and awnings, all in a good cause. Fresh air, good weather, all the accoutrements to a good cause.

Why on earth wouldn’t you be there?

THOMPSON

THE CANADIAN PRESS/DARRYL DYCK

B.C. Lions’ Keron Williams celebrates after sacking Saskatchewan Roughriders’ quarterback Darian Durant Sunday. The Lions have the most formidable defence in the CFL this year as they face the Winnipeg Blue Bombers tonight.

Grey Cup rematch tonight THE CANADIAN PRESS WINNIPEG - Glenn January knows it all begins with the hogs.

The left tackle and his fellow Winnipeg offensive linemen will have to give starting quarterback Joey Elliott time to try to pick apart the B.C. Lions’ topranked defence if the Blue Bombers want to come out on the winning end of tonight’s home contest.

The Lions haven’t allowed an opponent to score a touchdown the past 13 quarters and have given up only 22 points in their current three-game win streak.

“I feel like every game starts with the hogs,” January said

after Winnipeg’s walkthrough on Thursday.

“It’s on us to get the running game going, it’s on us to make sure that Joey’s protected and comfortable back there in the pocket.

“It’s not a job that comes with a lot of notice or praise, but it is one that’s necessary and we accept the challenge and we welcome the good competition with a good defensive line.”

B.C.’s powerhouse defence leads the CFL with 19 quarterback sacks, including a league-high seven from defensive end Karon Williams.

Winnipeg’s young offensive line has allowed a league-high 21 sacks.

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Last season’s Grey Cup combatants are at opposite ends of the win column heading into the game. The defending-champion Lions sport a CFL-best 5-2 record, while the Bombers are in the loop’s cellar at 2-5.

W i n n i p e g ’ s “Swaggerville” defence was the cream of the crop last season, but the accolades have flipped to the Lions this year.

B.C.’s defence is tops in the league in allowing the fewest first downs (114), fewest net yards (1,924) and fewest average points per game (17.7).

Winnipeg’s defence is third in first downs (137), but seventh in net yards (2,940) and

points per game (32) and fifth in QB sacks with 14.

However, with some injuries in the rearview mirror, the Bombers will finally field the defensive dozen it projected as its starters at the beginning of the season.

Bombers rookie wide receiver Chris Matthews, who’s second in the league in receiving yardage with 37 catches for 575 yards and five TDs, said the team has to build off of its 32-25 home victory over Hamilton last week.

Making his first start of the season and third of his three-year career, Elliott was named CFL offensive player

of the week for completing 33 of 43 pass attempts for 406 yards with one TD and no interceptions. He was the first Bomber pivot to go over 400 yards since Michael Bishop in October 2009.

“The line did a great job for (Elliott), and it always starts off in the front and then it ends up with the quarterback, then the running back and then it’s the receivers,” Matthews said.

“That’s just how it goes on both sides of the ball. He did a good job, I really commend him for that. Hopefully, he can keep on going with it and we’re going to keep on making him look good out there.”

Be Part of the Team!

Billets Needed for Trail Junior Smokies for 2012-2013 season Also required

Athletic Therapist/ Trainer Phone SmokeEaters office 250-364-9994 or Tom 250-368-5000 for more information

JOIN NOW September is just around the corner & local golfers are invited to: Play FREE in September & October by paying your 2013 golf dues now.

Why not try Redstone for one year? Change is good and trying something new is always exciting! Compare the greens at Redstone to any in the Province and you’ll instantly see the Redstone Advantage. So Live it up as a member of Redstone!

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Friday, August 24, 2012 Trail Daily Times

SPORTS

League brings in back-up refs THE ASSOCIATED PRESS NEW YORK NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell says possibly using replacement referees for regular-season games is worthwhile to ensure long-term improvements to officiating.

The league and the NFL Referees Association have yet to reach an agreement, and Goodell acknowledged Thursday that time was running out to make

the regular officials available for the openers. “We’re anxious to get a deal done, but it has to get done that it’s going to help us for the long term,� Goodell said at a fantasy football event in Times Square. “It’s not a short-term issue.�

Of the replacement refs who have been calling preseason games, Goodell said: “We think they’ll do a very credible job.�

Officials probably need a

week to 10 days to prepare for the season, Goodell said, and the first game is Sept. 5, 13 days away.

The first full Sunday of games is Sept. 9.

NFLRA lead negotiator Mike Arnold said Thursday that officials have been training on their own during the lockout and would need less than a week to prep. “We’re ready to go,� he said.

Kootenay Lake Levels August 23, 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: 1744.60 ft.

7 day forecast: Down 12 to 14 inches.

2012 peak:1753.78 ft. 2011 peak:1751.71 ft.

Nelson:

Present level: 1743.80 ft.

7 day forecast: Down 12 to 14 inches.

ON NOW AT YOUR BC GMC DEALERS. bcgmcdealers.ca 1-800-GM-DRIVE. GMC is a brand of General Motors of Canada. */x/†Offers apply to the purchase of a 2012 Sierra Ext Cab (1SA) and 2012 Sierra Nevada Ext (R7H) equipped as described. Freight included ($1,495).

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Baseball BASEBALL’S TOP TEN NATIONAL LEAGUE G AB R H AMcCutchen Pit 120 455 87 159 MeCabrera SF 113 459 84 159 Posey SF 112 398 56 130 YMolina StL 106 395 48 128 DWright NYM 121 447 74 142 CGonzalez Col 110 434 78 137 Braun Mil 115 445 81 137 Fowler Col 114 375 67 115 Altuve Hou 116 464 68 141 Holliday StL 121 468 79 142

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Runs Batted In Beltran, St. Louis, 85; Braun, Milwaukee, 85; Holliday, St. Louis, 85; Bruce, Cincinnati, 79; CGonzalez, Colorado, 79; Kubel, Arizona, 79; Posey, San Francisco, 79.

Pitching Cueto, Cincinnati, 16-6; GGonzalez, Washington, 16-6; AJBurnett, Pittsburgh, 15-4; Dickey, New York, 15-4; Strasburg, Washington, 15-5; Hamels, Philadelphia, 14-6; Bumgarner, San Francisco, 14-7.

Home Runs ADunn, Chicago, 36; Hamilton, Texas, 34; Encarnacion, Toronto, 33; Granderson, New York, 32; MiCabrera, Detroit, 31; Willingham, Minnesota, 31; Trumbo, Los Angeles, 30.

Runs Batted In MiCabrera, Detroit, 105; Hamilton, Texas, 102; Willingham, Minnesota, 91; Fielder, Detroit, 89; Encarnacion, Toronto, 86; Pujols, Los Angeles, 86; AdGonzalez, Boston, 85.

Pitching Weaver, Los Angeles, 16-3; Price, Tampa Bay, 16-4; Sale, Chicago, 15-4; MHarrison, Texas, 14-7; Scherzer, Detroit, 13-6; Vargas, Seattle, 13-8; Sabathia, New York, 12-3.

Today’s Games Colorado (D.Pomeranz 1-7) at Chicago Cubs (Samardzija 8-11), 2:20 p.m.

Milwaukee (Fiers 6-6) at Pittsburgh (W.Rodriguez 8-12), 7:05 p.m.

Washington (E.Jackson 7-8) at Philadelphia (K.Kendrick 6-9), 7:05 p.m.

Houston (Lyles 2-10) at N.Y. Mets (Niese 10-6), 7:10 p.m.

St. Louis (Lynn 13-5) at Cincinnati (Latos 10-3), 7:10 p.m.

San Diego (Stults 3-2) at Arizona (Corbin 5-4), 9:40 p.m.

Miami (Eovaldi 4-8) at L.A. Dodgers (Billingsley 10-9), 10:10 p.m.

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Today’s Games L.A. Angels (Greinke 1-2) at Detroit (Porcello 9-8), 7:05 p.m.

N.Y. Yankees (Sabathia 12-3) at Cleveland (Kluber 0-2), 7:05 p.m.

Toronto (Villanueva 6-3) at Baltimore (Britton 2-1), 7:05 p.m.

Kansas City (B.Chen 9-10) at Boston (Lester 7-10), 7:10 p.m.

Oakland (J.Parker 8-7) at Tampa Bay (M.Moore 10-7), 7:10 p.m.

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RELIGION This week in religion history - Aug. 26-Sept. 1 THE CANADIAN PRESS Aug. 26 In 1498, in Rome, Italian artist Michelangelo was commissioned by Pope Alexander VI to carve the Pieta Mary lamenting over the dead body of Jesus Christ, whom she holds across her lap. The work was completed in 1501.

In 1910, humanitarian and Nobel Peace laureate Mother Teresa was born Agnes Gonxha Bojaxhiu in present-day Skopje, Macedonia. She died Sept. 5, 1997.

In 1967, the Beatles, Mick Jagger and Marianne Faithful travelled to Bangor in North Wales to visit the Maharishi Mahesh Yogi. The meeting with the Maharishi began the Beatlesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; six-month involvement with the Indian mystic, and with Transcendental Meditation.

In 1978, Cardinal Albino Luciani of Venice became the 264th pope of the Roman Catholic Church following the death of Pope Paul the Sixth. He took the name of John Paul the First, but died only 34 days later.

In 2003, at least 50 people were killed in a stampede at a Hindu religious festival at Godavari River in Nasik, in western India.

In 2011, Aloysius Cardinal Ambrozic, the retired archbishop of Toronto, died after a lengthy illness. He was 81. Ambrozic served as the ninth archbishop of Toronto from 19902006. In January 1998, former pope John Paul nominated him as Cardinal, which allowed him to take part in the conclave of 2005 that elected Pope Benedict.

Aug. 27 In 1877, Lloyd C. Douglas, American Lutheran clergyman and religious novelist, was born. Douglas published his first best-seller, Magnificent Obsession, in 1929, followed later

by The Robe (1942) and The Big Fisherman (1948).

Aug. 28 In 430, St. Augustine of Hippo, the great early Latin Church father and one of the outstanding theological figures of the ages, died at age 76. It was St. Augustine who wrote: â&#x20AC;&#x153;Thou hast made us for thyself, O Lord, and our hearts are restless till they find their rest in thee.â&#x20AC;? His greatest work was â&#x20AC;&#x153;City of God.â&#x20AC;?

In 1619, Ferdinand II was crowned Holy Roman Emperor.

In 1963, Martin Luther King delivered his famous â&#x20AC;&#x153;I have a dreamâ&#x20AC;? speech to almost 250,000 demonstrators in Washington in front of the Lincoln Memorial. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I have a dream that one day ... the glory of the Lord shall be revealed and all flesh shall see it together,â&#x20AC;? the civil rights leader said. King was awarded the 1964 Nobel Peace Prize for his non-violent battle against discrimination and poverty. He was assassinated in Memphis in April 1968.

In 2000, a four-day summit meeting of more than 1,000 religious leaders opened in the UN General Assembly Hall to work out a framework to combat religious conflict in the world.

Aug. 29 In 1877, Mormon leader Brigham Young died at 76 of acute appendicitis in Salt Lake City.

Sixteen of Youngâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 27 wives and 44 of his children attended his funeral.

In 1883, the first Salvation Army service in Canada was held at London, Ont. In 1897, the Zionist movement adopted the Star of David as its official emblem.

In 1908, Lewis Redner, American Episcopal organist and composer, died at age 78. Redner composed â&#x20AC;&#x153;St. Louis,â&#x20AC;? the tune to which is most commonly sung Phillips Brooksâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Christmas hymn, â&#x20AC;&#x153;O Little Town of Bethlehem.â&#x20AC;?

In 2000, Pope John Paul said science has done well for human life but condemned as morally unacceptable human-embryo cloning or commercialization of organ transplants.

In 2003, an enormous car bomb killed more than 125 people, including Iraqâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s leading Shia leader Ayatollah Mohammad Baqer al Hakim and wounded more than 200 in Najaf.

TRAIL & DISTRICT CHURCHES

Citizenship Citizenship is one of my words of the year. Two events have got me thinking about it. Firstly my wife and I are preparing to become Canadian citizens, to commit ourselves to this great country which has become our home, and where we feel we belong.

Secondly I attended a seminar about the future of the internet at which the speaker talked about being citizens, and not consumers of the net.

Citizens not consumers. In so much of what we do in our society we are encouraged to be consumers. To buy, and to expect the product we have purchased to meet our expectations.

And it is tempting to consider our relationship to our city, province, and country to be like that. We put in our taxes and we expect certain things in return - water, roads, healthcare, plowing, national and local security.

But the key act of the citizen is not to pay taxes, any resident does that. The key act of the citizen is to vote and so to get involved, to care.

THE UNITED CHURCH OF CANADA Communities in Faith Pastoral Charge Joint Service August 5th to September 2nd (inclusive) services are at St Andrewâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s United Church 2110 1st Ave, in Rossland at 9am.

Beaver Valley United Church 1917 Columbia Gardens Rd, Fruitvale Worship 11am Salmo United Church 304 Main St, Salmo Worship 9am

Citizenship mean ownership, duties and responsibilities. Becoming a permanent resident resident of Canada meant a lot of paperwork and proof that we would not make an undue financial burden on Canada. Becoming a citizen means making an oath of loyalty to Canada.

Consumers purchase. Citizens belong.

Consumers make choices. Citizens create change.

Furthermore we are invited to be citizens of Godâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s kingdom. Citizens not consumers or even servants. Citizens who have duties and responsibilities and ownership. Godâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s kingdom is not one we buy into. Not one in which we pay taxes and can expect God to act to meet our expectations. Godâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s kingdom is one we become a part of, one we create with God. That is a wonderful privilege and a huge responsibility.

Submitted by Neil Elliot, Vicar of Red Mountain, BC

THE SALVATION ARMY

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Sunday Services 10:30 am

SUNDAY SERVICES 10AM Special Guest Sunday August 26th Tony Abram Sunday, August 27th Families welcome Kids Fest 10 - 2pm InďŹ&#x201A;atables/Lunch Guest Rodney Fortin Illusionist/Entertainer Leave The Kids For Afternoon Activities.

Registration Required 8320 Highway 3B Trail, opposite Walmart 250-364-1201 Pastor Rev. Shane McIntyre AfďŹ liated with the PAOC

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

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1139 Pine

Avenue (250) 368-6066

Reverends Gavin and Meridyth Robertson

10am Sunday Worship and Sunday School

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Anglican Parish of St. Andrew / St. George

1347 Pine Avenue, Trail

This Week Sunday, Aug 26 9am ONE SERVICE ONLY Traditional Family Eucharist Contact Canon Neil Elliot at 250-368-5581 www.stamdrewstrail.ca

2030-2nd Avenue,Trail 250-368-3515

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

Trail Seventh Day Adventist Church 1471 Columbia Avenue Contact John Lâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;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 Parish

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

SCHEDULE MASSES: St. Anthonyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;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

Denotes Wheelchair Accessible

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

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Friday, August 24, 2012 Trail Daily Times

LEISURE

Remove self from daughter’s weight issues Dear Annie: Our 21-year-old daughter has had weight issues for years. “Barbara” weighs 80 pounds more than she should.

I cannot remember a time when Barbara’s weight wasn’t a big deal to my husband.

His mother also puts in her two cents with regular comments to Barbara concerning her diet. So do other family members. I find their obsession with her weight nauseating.

I know they are concerned about Barbara’s health, but I believe they are expressing it the wrong way.

My daughter is beautiful and creative and has a huge heart.

I offer healthy food choices in the house and make balanced meals when she is home. She has seen a doctor and has information on proper nutrition. We have offered to pay for gym memberships and diet programs, which she has declined. We bought her a bicycle,

ANNIE’S

MAILBOX

Marcy Sugar & Kathy Mitchell

which she rides, and I have invited her to go on walks with me. She always starts with a real effort and then stops.

I believe her family should accept her as she is. I have become the buffer, trying to be encouraging and positive while filtering out the harshness of others. I have told my husband that Barbara must make lifestyle changes herself, and that his comments and pressure tactics have a negative effect. But he can’t help himself.

He is frustrated that he cannot control his daughter’s size and that I won’t go along with his approach. It is causing stress in our

marriage. Please help.

-- In the Middle Dear Middle: You should remove yourself from the equation altogether. Barbara is an adult, and not only are her choices her own, but so are the consequences. Instead of protecting her, advise her on how to handle her relatives’ negative comments, and then let her do it. Tell your husband you will no longer be involved in his issues with Barbara, and when he brings up her weight, simply reply, “Yes, dear,” and then ignore him.

Dear Annie: I received permanent custody of my cousin’s 14-month-old son because of his mother’s neglect. The boy is now 4.

He has called me “Mommy” from the beginning. I refer to his bio mom by her first name. However, when we are at family gatherings, she insists on calling herself “Mommy.”

She gets in his face

and says, “Who am I? What’s my name?” And then he looks at me, totally confused.

My cousin and her family are struggling with the fact that I am the only mommy he knows. I will tell him the truth when I feel he is mature enough. But shouldn’t they have more respect for me and not confuse him?

-- Mommy that Matters Dear Mommy: Whether or not they respect you, they should respect the child and not do things that will confuse and disturb him. Still, you cannot control what these relatives do, so we recommend you inform your son about his origins in an appropriate manner as soon as possible. He needs to understand that this woman is his biological mother, but she was unable to take care of him and you wanted him very much, and you both love him deeply.

Talk to your pediatrician about the best way

to handle this, and perhaps get a referral to a family therapist.

Dear Annie: This is in response to “Crying in Ohio,” whose husband of 46 years told her she is terribly obese.

My father suffered from dementia in his

later years. We were all hurt and confused by the mean-spirited comments he made, but after his diagnosis, we realized those remarks were the first sign of the disease.

If this behavior is out of the norm, she

should take her husband to a doctor and find out whether there is a medical cause.

There may be medication to help, and she won’t waste precious years being angry with him for something he can’t control. -- Omaha

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

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LEISURE

YOUR HOROSCOPE

By Francis Drake For Saturday, Aug. 25, 2012 ARIES (March 21 to April 19) You might find that it’s difficult for you to stick up for your rights today. (And this is not like you.) Just accept this and bide your time.

TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) If you disagree with partners and close friends today, you might feel confused or uncertain of exactly where you stand. Perhaps others confuse you? Don’t worry; this passes very quickly.

GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) You will do whatever you can to help or benefit others, especially at work, today.

You feel you want to be in a supportive role if possible.

CANCER (June 21 to July 22) Because you are in touch with your muse, this can be a very creative day for you.

However, you might be confused when it comes to dealing with children.

LEO (July 23 to Aug. 22) Don’t be a doormat when dealing with family members today. You have rights, too.

You don’t have to throw your weight around, but you don’t have to give in, either.

VIRGO (Aug. 23 to Sept. 22) You’re not sure when to be pushy and aggressive and when to pull your punches. It’s confusing. When in doubt, do nothing.

LIBRA (Sept. 23 to Oct. 22) You might be extravagant today if you’re out shopping or spending money. (Be mindful of this.) In business deals, however, don’t assert yourself. You’re not exactly sure what you want, are you?

SCORPIO (Oct. 23 to Nov. 21) If you can use your energy to help others today, you will. Your idealistic tendencies are strong, and you want to do whatever is the greatest

good for the greatest number.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22 to Dec. 21) You might be working behind the scenes rather secretly about something.

(This is not really your style.

You like to be open, direct and forthright.)

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22 to Jan. 19) You’re not sure whether to push an agenda with the group or just let matters be.

It’s a hard call. You might be best served by letting things follow their own course.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20 to Feb. 18) Do not try to assert yourself in discussions with bosses, parents, teachers and VIPs. For some reason, you can’t really get behind what you are saying.

PISCES (Feb. 19 to March 20) Be careful not to fall for snake-oil presentations

about religion, politics or philosophical questions. You are ripe for deception. Don’t fall for any baloney.

YOU BORN TODAY You have flare, style and amazing sexual energy! You can be surprisingly frank, because you don’t mind revealing your secrets. Your mind is active and intelligent, even though you approach life physically. You can be very charming when you choose.

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love affairs.) In fact, your year ahead will focus strongly on a partnership or close friendship.

Birthdate of: Joanne Whalley, actress; Sean Connery, actor; Rachel Bilson, actress. (c) 2012 King Features Syndicate, Inc.

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CLASSIFIEDS Anniversaries

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

The Press Council serves as a forum for unsatisĂ&#x20AC;ed reader complaints against member newspapers.

Complaints must be Ă&#x20AC;led within a 45 day time limit.

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Have your say. Get Paid.

Voice your opinion on issues that matter and receive cash incentives for doing so.

Also, participate to win one of 10 prizes totalling $1000! www.yourinsights.ca

Career Opportunities HSSE Supervisor Competition #BU12-0012 We have an immediate opening for a Health, Safety, Security & Environment Supervisor in BC. The successful candidate can be located in either lower mainland or Okanagan area. Responsibilites: Health, Safety, Security and Environment support to the Ready Mix, Aggregate, and Landscape divisions in Metro Vancouver, Okanagan Valley, the Shuswapp and Central BC, not limited to these locations. Duties: promote job safety and environment awareness; implement acceptable working methods and practices; compliant with Safety responsibilities; and champion on deďŹ ned HSSE topics.

You will have 5 years of HSSE experience and have excellent verbal and written skills. Must be able to deal with sensitive issues and conďŹ dential information. QualiďŹ cations should include: Construction Safety OfďŹ cer and a combination of education and experience. Extensive travel will be required. Submit your resume by quoting competition number by August 31, 2012 to: BURNCO Rock Products Ltd Fax: (403) 440-3454 Attention: Human Resources OR E-mail: careers@burnco.com Visit www.burnco.com We thank all applicants for their in- terest. Only those chosen for an in- terview will be contacted.

Help Wanted Coming Events Grand Forks Farms: Wed: 402 Baker St, beside the Full Circle Cafe, Thur: Kinnaird Church of God parking lot, 2404 Columbia Ave. Castlegar. Sat: Cottonwoods Market, Nelson. Freestone peaches $1.00/lb in 20 lb boxes, vine-ripened ďŹ eld tomatoes $0.80/lb in 40 lb boxes, Keremeos organic apple juice $5.00/1.9 lt. Grand Forks broccoli, cauliďŹ&#x201A;ower, potatoes, sweet onions.

Okanagan new crop apples, pimento peppers, hot peppers, pickling cukes, and much more. Family friendly prices.

Terry, Val & Erran Rilkoff 250-442-3514 Nelson Farm & Artisan Markets 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 www.ecosociety.ca

Automotive

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

Children Daycare Centers LITTLE HANDS Family Daycare, in Fruitvale, offers a fun, safe, stimulating environment for children and is now accepting registration for Sept. We are registered with the CCRR, hold a current ďŹ rst aid certiďŹ cate and have been running as a licensed facility since 2000. Full time or part-time spaces available. For more info please call 250-367-7115.

Employment

Retailer Merchandiser wanted immediately.

Merchandise stationary products in Nelson & Trail. permanent, 5 hours a month; hourly wage and mileage paid. send resume to lsareant@trendsinternational.com

Help Wanted Colander Restaurant is now taking applications for

Line Cook Career training available Bring resume to 1475 Cedar Ave An Alberta Construction Company is hiring Dozer and Excavator 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. Alcohol & Drug testing required. Call Contour Construction at 780-723-5051.

Stylist, full or part-time wanted at Renaissance Hair Co. in Nelson. Chair rental option available. Call Diana 505-3098

LOCAL COMPANY seeking skilled trades people in the Cranbrook area for the following full-time positions: -Commercial/Transport Mechanic -Welder/Fabricator -Millwright Competitive salary and beneďŹ t package, weekday shifts.

Submit resume with references to: Box â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Eâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;, Cranbrook Daily Townsman, 822 Cranbrook St. N., Cranbrook, BC. V1C 7C3

Emcon Services Inc. Position Available CertiďŹ ed H/D Mechanic for the Castlegar/Trail Area to start immediately.

Good fabricating & welding skills given preference. For information on qualiďŹ cations and applications email Holly Borisenkoff hborisenkoff@emconservices.ca

Career Opportunities

Career Opportunities

Automotive

Automotive Service Technician Do you thrive on repairing vehicles using the latest tools and technology? Then youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll love working with us. Castlegar Toyota requires a licensed technician to maintain and repair all makes and models in our new and fully equipped repair facility.

Our dealership is focused on hiring and retaining the best. As such, we offer market-leading pay and beneďŹ ts, paid training opportunities, a supportive team and the opportunity to advance.

When it comes to service, our top priority is customer satisfaction, and we understand the importance of quality technicians in meeting that goal. Come explore what we have to offer.

Please send your resume and cover letter to: Craig Kalawsky 1530 Columbia Avenue Castlegar, BC V1N 1H9 Fax: (250) 365-2752 Email: craig@castlegar.toyota.ca

INSTRUCTOR, INTERNET BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT FOR ENTREPRENEURS (IBDE) A short-term, 20% position delivering an innovative national program In this short-term position, you will deliver our innovative IBDE program, which is a fully online program that is national in scope and is jointly offered by Selkirk College and the Canadian Society for Social Development. As you manage and deliver this hands-on, practical program via email, IM, web camera and telephone, you will combine your extensive technical and business experience with the ability to communicate complex and detailed concepts verbally and in writing.

With a related two-year diploma and at least 7 yearsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; experience, you have built an impressive array of skills including experience in online instruction and knowledge of SEO, social networking/blogging and web servers, as well as programs such as XHTML/HTML5, CSS/CSS3, Photoshop and Dreamweaver. Experience with PHP, MySQL, Javascript, designing for mobile and working with people with disabilities would be an asset.

This position runs from October 29, 2012 to April 26, 2013, with the possibility of extension for subsequent teaching periods.

Closing date: 4 pm, September 5, 2012.

For more information visit

selkirk.ca/s/jobpostings Start something that lasts

Help Wanted

Optician/ Clinical Assistant Busy clinic in Trail has an immediate opening for a part time Optician/ Clinical Assistant. Some ofďŹ ce experience will be an asset. Please send resume to Box 550 C/O Trail Daily Times, 1163 Cedar Ave., Trail, BC V1R 4B8

Prep Cook/Dishwasher Part/fulltime needed Immediately Apply in person to Mulligans 872 Waterloo Rd, Castlegar (Little Bear Golf Course)

Help Wanted

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

RESIDENTIAL manager for 41 unit apartment building in Nelson BC. Resume to 100 3525 Laburnum Dr. Trail BC V1R 2S9

Help Wanted QUALIFIED INFANT/TODDLER

educator required in Sept. for a full-time position at Sunshine Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Centre in Trail.

Please e-mail resume and references to: sunshinecentre@telus.net Deadline for submission: August 27, 2012

Help Wanted

Project Manager The Kootenay Boundary Division of Family Practice is seeking a project manager responsible for developing, guiding, facilitating and implementing a project to help attract and recruit physicians and locums to communities in the Kootenay Boundary region. The activities of the project manager will include, but will not be limited to: â&#x20AC;˘ Establishing and maintaining effective relations with varied stakeholders in physician resource planning and GP/locum recruitment in the region and the province. â&#x20AC;˘ Developing resources to support KB communities and GPs in recruitment. â&#x20AC;˘ Overseeing the development of a website and social media resources that will highlight professional and lifestyle opportunities for physicians and families in the region. â&#x20AC;˘ Developing orientation materials for new physicians and locums in the region. â&#x20AC;˘ Providing support and advice to communities and individual physicians on recruitment issues.

This six-month contract position will involve an average of 13.5 hours per week.

For a full job description, please visit www.divisionsbc.ca/kb/careerspm To apply, please send your resume and covering letter to the Kootenay Boundary Division of Family Practice at: kbdofprecruitment@gmail.com PLEASE REFERENCE: Project Manager position

Closing date: Friday, August 31, at 5 p.m.

TEMPORARY FULL-TIME AUTO REPRESENTATIVE Trail, BC

Kootenay Insurance Services Ltd. Kootenay Insurance Services Ltd. provides a full line of insurance products and services in the Kootenays with locaĆ&#x;ons in Cranbrook, Crawford Bay, Nelson, Trail and Invermere, BC Resumes

By September 7,2012

Business Opportunities Attention: We need serious & motivated people for expanding health & wellness industry. High speed internet/phone essential. Free online training www.createincome4life.com

Help Wanted

Branch Manager Kootenay Insurance Services Ltd. 999 Farwell Street Trail, BC V1R 3V1 lynn.davidson@ kootenayinsurance.ca

Join a team that values you and recognizes the power you have to create success for yourself and for Kootenay Insurance Services Ltd (KIS). We oÄŤer the stability and resources of a leading, locally-based organizaĆ&#x;on, an employee focused culture that values your individual contribuĆ&#x;on and encourages work/life balance, plus a commitment to serving and helping our community.

The ideal candidate will possess a combinaĆ&#x;on of skills, ability, educaĆ&#x;on, experience, and moĆ&#x;vaĆ&#x;on: â&#x20AC;˘ Level I Insurance License â&#x20AC;˘ Minimum 1 year experience in an insurance environment with Autoplan Sales experience and some exposure to general lines products and services â&#x20AC;˘ Ability to communicate well in a sales and service environment, both verbally and in wriĆ&#x;ng, and to provide service oriented soluĆ&#x;ons to clients â&#x20AC;˘ Ability to organize work to meet deadlines within an environment of constantly changing prioriĆ&#x;es â&#x20AC;˘ CompeĆ&#x;Ć&#x;ve wage, pension and beneÄŽt package Kootenay Insurance Services Ltd. is owned in equal partnership by East Kootenay Community, Kootenay Savings, and Nelson & District credit unions

EXECUTIVE LEAD The Kootenay Boundary Division of Family Practice is seeking a skilled, teamoriented executive lead to work closely with the Board of Directors to ensure the delivery of the Divisionâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s stated strategic objectives and goals. The Division aims to increase primary care capacity and improve patient and population health outcomes through program development and/or assisting in the redesign of programs and services that will positively affect patients, their families and the community at large.

The Division works on behalf of, and in partnership with, family physicians and nurse practitioners in the Kootenay Boundary region.

Duties would include: â&#x20AC;˘ day-to-day leadership of the Division â&#x20AC;˘ overall operational and ďŹ nancial planning and management â&#x20AC;˘ working collaboratively with, and giving leadership to, the other consultants working for the Division â&#x20AC;˘ oversight and leadership in Division projects and project development â&#x20AC;˘ engagement of multiple internal and external stakeholders and partners â&#x20AC;˘ communications, engagement, and community development activities â&#x20AC;˘ consulting to the Board regarding strategy and board development This is a contract position for approximately 30 hours per week.

For a full job description, please visit www.divisionsbc.ca/kb/careers Submit your resume and cover letter to kbdivisionhiring@gmail.com PLEASE REFERENCE: Executive Lead position

Closing date: Friday, August 31, at 5 p.m.

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CLASSIFIEDS Employment

Employment

Employment

Services

Services

Services

Merchandise for Sale

Help Wanted

Help Wanted

Trades, Technical

Contractors

Household Services

Misc Services

Food Products

Required for an Alberta Trucking Company. One Class 1 Driver. Must have a minimum of 5 years experience pulling low boys and driving off road.

Candidate must be able to pass a drug test and be willing to relocate to Edson, Alberta.

Fax resumes to: 780-725-4430

AUTOMOTIVE TECHNICIAN needed for Chrysler dealership in Nelson, BC. Must be a productive team player with a positive attitude. Hourly wages $24.00 - $30.00 depending on experience and training.

Chrysler experience an asset but not required. Contact Nelson Chrysler, 250-352-5348.

Resumes accepted in person, by fax: 250-352-6695 or by email service@nelsonchrysler.com.

A-1 FURNACE & Air Duct Cleaning.

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

PLUMBING REPAIRS, Sewer backups, Camera inspection 24hr Emergency Service. 250231-8529 TRY OUR New Italian Pizza 2 For 1. 24/7 Ordering, Free Delivery, BP HOT FOODS DELI 250-512-9449

BUTCHER SHOP

We are currently recruiting casual positions with the potential to be permanent positions.

â&#x20AC;˘ CARE AIDES â&#x20AC;˘ COOKS â&#x20AC;˘ RECREATION / REHABILITATION AIDE For all positions you must be able to work variable shifts, including weekends, have WHMIS, TB Test & provide a Physicianâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Clearance note.

Successful candidates will undergo a Criminal Record Clearance.

To apply, please go to our website www.advocarehealth.com or fax resume to (1)250-352-0056

NiRA RESOURCE MANAGEMENT INC. is looking for the following positions: Machinists,Planners with Piping experience,Carpenters,PipeďŹ tters,Masons, Scaffolders,Equipment Operators,Millwrights, Welders,Labourers, Safety OfďŹ cers.

We encourage you to apply in conďŹ dence to info@niraresources.com with your resume, identifying the position title in the subject line. NiRA clients offer a comprehensive and competitive salary and beneďŹ ts program. Only those candidates who meet our qualiďŹ cations will be contacted for an interview.

FIND EVERYTHING YOU NEED IN THE CLASSIFIEDS

Houses For Sale

**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

Siddall Garden Services

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Financial Services 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

Help Wanted

Garden & Lawn

Services

Employment Opportunity

BUSINESS MANAGER Kootenay Chrysler in Trail, BC is growing and as a result we are looking for another experienced professional Business Manager to join our Sales team. A VSA certified salesperson with business office experience would also be considered.

Help Wanted

DIRTBUSTERS Carpet cleaning, area rugs, ďŹ&#x201A;ood work, furnace & air duct cleaning, 250364-1484, 250-364-0145 MOVING / Junk 250-231-8529

Please email resume with references to alw@kootenaychrysler.com or fax to 250.368.8254

When youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re in the Kootenays, Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re in Kootenay Chrysler Country

BC INSPECTED GRADED AA OR BETTER LOCALLY GROWN NATURAL BEEF Hormone Free Grass Fed/Grain Finished $100 Packages Available Quarters/Halves $2.50/lb Hanging Weight Extra Lean Hamburger $4.00/lb TARZWELL FARMS 250-428-4316 Creston

Pets & Livestock

ALUMINUM RAILING. Mario 250-368-9857

Removal

Feed & Hay Alfalfa, alfalfa mix or straight grass (small square bales) in Lister. Call Jay or Trish at 250428-9755

Help Wanted

CAREER OPPORTUNITY

Help Wanted

CAREER OPPORTUNITY

Asset Operations Manager

Environmental Specialist Temporary Part-Time Position

As part of the Operations group, and reporting to the Director, Operations, the successful candidate will ensure the long term value of Columbia Power Corporation managed assets through compliant, reliable and cost effective operations.

The Asset Operations Manager maintains expert operational knowledge and guides all aspects of operations planning for the hydro electric facilities, including developing and implementing operational processes and procedures.

This position is responsible for providing specialist support to Columbia Powerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Environment Managers and project managers. The Position will involve working closely with O&M and construction contractors.

Duties will include conducting inspections on hydro facilities and construction projects, invasive plant management, contaminated site management, environmental risk assessment, planning environmental audits and managing contracts.

We are looking for a flexible, energetic team player who cares about customer service and satisfaction.

Trail Waneta Junction t WWW.KOOTENAYCHRYSLER.COM

250.364.1005

Misc Services

Reporting to the Director, Environment, the Environmental Specialist supports Columbia Power in its role of Asset Manager of three operating hydroelectric facilities and Ownerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Representative for the construction of the Waneta Expansion Project. This position requires an intimate knowledge of the environmental risks and management controls associated with hydro facility operations and major construction projects.

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Career Opportunities at Mountain Lake Seniors Community in Nelson, BC â&#x20AC;&#x153;Pride in Caringâ&#x20AC;? is AdvoCareâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s philosophy and we welcome you to become a part of our team!

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

This position also provides operational direction to the facility operations and maintenance contractors; operational advice to facility related planning committees and corporate business units and represents the facility Owner on various operating committees.

The ideal candidate will have a University degree in environmental sciences, natural resource management, environmental engineering or a related discipline and a minimum of 5 years experience in the environmental management or regulatory field with at least 3 in the power industry. Experience working with major civil construction contractors on environmental management issues and knowledge of environmental legislation is essential.

The ideal candidate will have an Engineering degree in Electrical (preferred) or Mechanical engineering with 8-12 years of relevant engineering experience, preferably in hydroelectric facilities. Candidates must be registered or be eligible to register with APEGBC. Demonstrated communication and project management skills, and the ability to interpret and analyze technical information are essential.

Qualified applicants interested in joining a dynamic team are encouraged to visit the Careers section of our website at www.columbiapower.org. Closing date for this position is August 24, 2012. This is a temporary 60%, 7 month position starting September 2012 and ending no later than March 31, 2013.

Qualified applicants interested in joining a dynamic team are encouraged to visit the Careers section of our website at www.columbiapower.org. Closing date for this position is August 31, 2012.

Please refer to Job #1210 when submitting your application.

Please refer to Job #1209 when submitting your application.

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MLS# K215314

MLS# K204952

Trail $219,900

Trail

$259,900

Patty Leclerc-Zanet 250-231-4490

s 2 Home on Lot

MLS# K206391

MLS# K214620

Trail

$123,500

Rob Burrus 250-231-4420

Creek

MLS# K205930

MLS# K212336

Trail $119,500

Rob Burrus 250-231-4420

Patty Leclerc-Zanet 250-231-4490

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Duplex

MLS# K214768

MLS# K214922

MLS# K2214451

Trail $145,500

MLS# K215008

MLS# K214664

Trail $218,000

Trail $206,000

Fruitvale $267,000

Trail $114,000

Trail $109,000

Trail $72,000

Gerry McCasky 250-231-0900

Gerry McCasky 250-231-0900

Rhonda van Tent 250-231-7575

Rob Burrus 250-231-4420

Rob Burrus 250-231-4420

Rob Burrus 250-231-4420

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Friday, August 24, 2012 Trail Daily Times

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Merchandise for Sale

24/7 • anonymous • confidential • in your language

YOUTH AGAINST VIOLENCE LINE

Free Items

1-800-680-4264

WOOD PALLETS TO GIVE AWAY @ Trail Daily Times.

Monday-Friday, 9am-3pm.

See Front Office.

Stand up. Be heard. Get help.

Drivers/Courier/ Trucking

Drivers/Courier/ Trucking

info@youthagainstviolence.com

Merchandise for Sale

Merchandise for Sale

Merchandise for Sale

Merchandise for Sale

Furniture

Garage Sales

Garage Sales

Garage Sales

Garage Sales

Moving sale: beds, dressers, sofa bed, coffee table, dining room suite, recliner, wall unit & other misc items. 250-4422496. 250-364-9867.

FRUITVALE, 1137 McLeod Rd (off Columbia Gardens Rd) Sat. Aug.25, 8am-3pm. Estate.

Multi-family.

Help Wanted

FRUITVALE, 2004 Old Salmo Road, Sat. Aug.25, 8am-1pm.

Moving.

GENELLE, 102 12th Ave. Saturday&Sunday, August25&26, 6:30am-? tools, household,etc GENELLE, 805 Smith Crescent.

Saturday, Aug.25th, 8am-4pm SUNNINGDALE, 1038 Regan Crescent. Sat. Aug.25th, 8-2.

Furniture/ kids stuff.

GENELLE, Estate Sale Tools, Household & Misc Sat & Sun, Aug 25 & 26 102 - 12th Ave, 6:30 - ?

Help Wanted

ANNABLE, 584 French St. Sat.&Sun. Aug.25&26, 9am3pm. 2rm tent, 5-6 pers.tent, buffet&hutch, vacuums, sm. kitchen appls., memory foam mat.pads, etc.etc.& odds & sods.

FRUITVALE, 1888 Mountain Street. Saturday, Aug.25th, 9am-3pm. 2 Family.

Apt/Condo for Rent

OPERATIONS ANALYST

Established 1947 Established 1947

Hauling Freight for Friends for60 65Years Years Hauling Freight for Friends for Over

OWNER OPERATORS REQUIRED

FRANCESCO ESTATES & ERMALINDA APARTMENTS

Trail Operations is seeking an Operations Analyst.

This position will lead and assist with systems planning, architecture, analysis, design, installation, and support activities related to Trail Operations process data historian (PDH) systems.

Applicants must have a university Degree in Computer Science or a Diploma from an accredited technical school with a specialization in computer systems and networks. A minimum of 5 years demonstrated experience with process data historian systems is also required.

For detailed responsibilities and more information on this opportunity at Teck Metals Ltd. or to apply, please visit our Careers page at www.teck.com/careers and select Trail Operations. Qualified individuals are encouraged to forward their resume by September 15, 2012.

LINEHAUL SIGNING BONUS

OWNER OPERATORS

Van Kam’s group of companies requires Owner Operators to be based at Castlegar or Cranbrook for runs throughout B.C. PRINCE GEORGE and Alberta.

Applicants have winter and Group mountain,of driving experience/ Van-Kammust Freightways’ Companies training. requires Owner Operators for runs out of our We offer above average rates and excellent employee benefits.

Prince Terminal.drivers, call Bev, 604-968-5488 or To join ourGeorge team of Professional email current and details W a resume, ff ll driver’s t tabstractWi t / ofMtruck to: t i careers@vankam.com or fax 604-587-9889 Van-Kam is committed to Employment Equity and Environmental Responsibility.

We thank you for your interest in Van-Kam, however only those of interest to us will be contacted.

Apt/Condo for Rent

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.

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

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

Houses For Sale

Houses For Sale

GLENMERRY, 3245 Lilac Cr. Sat. Aug.25, 8-3. Rain or shine No Early Birds Please. Downsizing!!

Furniture, Housewares, Tools, Electronics.

GLENMERRY, 3490 Carnation Dr. Moving Sale. Fri. Aug.24, 3pm-6pm.

Sat. Aug.25, 8am-2pm.

Misc. items, some furniture, garden tools plus more.

WARFIELD, 715 Shakespeare St. Sat. Aug.25th, 8-2. Fabrics, Household, Mountain bike.

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

Misc. for Sale

All Pro Realty Ltd. 624 SchoÀeld WarÀeld

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$589,500

A great family home on 5 acres with a creek alongside. Finished up and down with super views. Call your realtor today!

$229,500

Wayne DeWitt ext 25 Mario Berno ext 27

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

New kitchen, good parking!

Miral Heights

$449,000

‘Better than new’ describes this 4 bdrm quality home on an unbelievable lot in Miral Heights. Beautiful Ànishing inside & out.

$389,500

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Ross Spur A fantastic rural setting for this large family home on 2.5 acres. Excellent condition throughout. Call on this one today!

$74,900

Salmo

$258,000

Dawn Rosin ext 24 Tom Gawryletz ext 26

Beautiful 16.85 acres of nicely treed land. Perfect place for your dream home. Close to all amenities.

A must to view.

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Two bedroom home in great condition with full basement located on a Áat 50’ x 100’ lot in Shaver’s Bench.

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Spacious over 1100 sq. ft. of living area with large living room, 3 bedrooms, all on your own lot with single car garage.

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A great family home on over half an acre.

Unbelievable views and privacy! Great parking, huge shop and large, covered deck. Call today!

Glenmerry

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$365,000

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Emerald Ridge Quality speaks for itself. Like new home with unbelievable views!

A Áat commercial lot in a very visible location on Rossland Ave. Suitable for many commercial enterprises. Call on this one today.

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Redstone

Attention Àrst time buyers.

Come check out this home.

All the work is done.

Fruitvale

Parking, great views, low maintenance, repainted, newer Áooring, move in ready. Quick possession available!

$99,500 CE

$189,000

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25 Short St. Fruitvale

Great 4 bdrm home is ready for your family.

Come check it out.

$259,900

Fruitvale

Stunning home and acreage in a beautiful location on Columbia Gardens Road. 10 Acres of horse property with a gorgeous 4 bedroom house and large shop.

Saturday, August 25 11:00am - 1:00pm

3401 Aster Dr. Trail

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Waneta 111.76 Acres farm with 5 bedroom home. 24’ x 36’ shop, dog kennel, root cellar, older 1 1’2 storey house, barn.

Perfect hobby farm or vineyard.

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OPEN HOUSE

Saturday, August 25 1:30 - 3:30pm

2 bedroom rancher with workshop and great yard!

$119,900

Casino

$149,900

OPEN HOUSE

2060 McBride St. Miral Heights

3 bedroom plus den.

2 bath family home in great location

A little TLC will go a long way for this three bedroom house. Nice location for the outdoorsman.

www.allprorealty.ca

Sunday, August 26 1:30 - 3:00pm

Sunday, August 26 11:00am - 1:00pm

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250-368-5000

OPEN HOUSE

OPEN HOUSE

$215,900

1148 Bay Ave, Trail

Beautiful 3 bedroom home plus a loft on a huge 105x100 lot on the riverbank in Glenmerry.

Fantastic location & stunning views!

Trail

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$199,900

Rossland Owners want these sold! Great incentive package available! Low pad fees! Call for 5 Great incentive low maintenance packages available living today!

Fruitvale

SOLD

Denise Marchi ext 21 Keith DeWitt ext 30

Thea Stayanovich ext 28 Joy DeMelo ext 29

Solid East Trail home located on the riverbank, walking distance to town. Four bedrooms, two baths.

$478,000

This will WOW you the minute you walk in the door.

It’s a custom built Mandala style home with room for everyone.

www.facebook.com/ allprorealtyltdtrailbc

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

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

SOLID OAK Pedestal, leaf table, 4 chairs, tile inlay. $500. obo. 250-368-3668 Lve msge.

WINTER TIRES FOR SALE 2 Winguard on steel rims 3/4 tread 205-65 R15 94T $100 for the pair • Crib mattress (great condition) $20 • Old TV’S $20 each (working just fine) Call 250-362-7681 after 5pm or 250-231-2174

Misc. Wanted Private Coin Collector Buying Collections, Silver Coins etc.

Available now: 250-863-3082

Real Estate Business for Sale LIVE YOUR DREAM! EXCEPTIONAL FLOWER SHOP FOR SALE ADD WEDDING RENTALS FOR 2ND BUSINESS Contact Beverley @ ph: 1-604-444-4476

For Sale By Owner GREAT STARTER HOME &/OR INVESTMENT ON RIONDEL RD. above Kootenay Lake. 4 k to Ashram 4 k to Riondel & beach. 2 3/4 acres & 2 storey unfinished (but furnished) “Small is Beautiful” cabin.

Good benches for building, one with lake view. In Aug. appraised at $170,000 but older, flexible vendor open to offers & might carry part of mortgage for suitable person or couple.

For info & viewing please call : 1-780-566-0707

Houses For Sale MONTROSE, 135 9th Avenue.

1 acre, view property. 4bdrms.

Will take smaller house on trade. 250-231-0359

Mobile Homes & Parks RETIRE IN Beautiful Southern BC, Brand New Park. Affordable Housing. COPPER RIDGE. Manufactured Home Park, New Home Sales. Keremeos, BC. Ask us about our Free Rent option! Please cal 250-462-7055. www.copperridge.ca

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CLASSIFIEDS Rentals

Rentals

Rentals

Rentals

Rentals

Rentals

Apt/Condo for Rent

Apt/Condo for Rent

Apt/Condo for Rent

Apt/Condo for Rent

Homes for Rent

3 BDRM, 2 Bath- Luxury 1450 sq ft. Fully furnished grd floor condo at Red Mountain/Slalom Creek. First class accommodation includes amenity/cinema/exercise rooms. $1600+ utils.

References. Call 250231-7703.

Glenmerry 3bdrm.

F/S $850/mo.

Heat included.

Avail. Sept.1st. 250-368-5908

TRAIL, 1bdrm., 1 block Downtown, large fenced yard. $595.

250-368-6076

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

250-3623385, 250-362-5030.

TRAIL, spacious 2bdrm. apartment. Adult building, perfect for seniors/ professionals.

Cozy, clean, quiet, comfortable. Must See. 250-3681312

W. Trail. 1 bdrm executive suite. Reno’d, furnished, F/S, W/D, HW flrs, clw ft tub/shower.

Incl elec, heat, basic cable, wifi, linens, dishes, small yard. NP, NS, ref. req. 250.304.2781.

Mobile Homes & Pads

E.TRAIL, 1&2bdrm. apt. F/S, Coin-op laundry available.

250-368-3239

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

WARFIELD, 1bdrm. furnished Condo, $650./mo. Available Sept.1st. 250-368-3566

Grand Forks: older clean motor home, h/c running water on 5 acres, w/power. $450 month.

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

Homes for Rent W.TRAIL, 2bdrm., tiny yard, close Downtown. $795. 250368-6075

ANNABLE, 2bd. full bsmt., carport, nice yard, f/s, w/d, n/s, n/p. $750./mo.

Available Sept.15th. 250-365-5003

SUNDAY/MONDAY HOROSCOPE For Sunday, Aug. 26, 2012 ARIES (March 21 to April 19) Give authority figures (bosses, parents, teachers, VIPs and the police) a wide berth today, because they will not tolerate much. In turn, you might feel rebellious. It’s a bad combination!

TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) You can expect travel plans to be delayed or interrupted today. Similarly, plans related to higher education, medicine, publishing or the law also might be changed or canceled.

GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) Prepare yourself for upsets regarding news about insurance matters or how inheritances and shared property will be divided. You could be upset about the results.

CANCER (June 21 to July 22) Relations with partners and close friends are dicey and very up in the air today.

Guard against impulse, kneejerk reactions. In turn, don’t fall for anything if someone is baiting you.

LEO (July 23 to Aug. 22) Your work routine will be interrupted today, perhaps because of computer crashes, power outages, staff shortages or equipment breakdowns. Just prepare yourself for this.

VIRGO (Aug. 23 to Sept. 22) This is an accident-prone day for your children, so be careful. Be extra vigilant.

Romantic partners also might be quarrelsome. (Patience.)

LIBRA (Sept. 23 to Oct. 22) Small appliances or minor breakages could occur at home today. You might run out of coffee or bread. (Oh no!) Don’t shoot from the hip. Be patient with family members.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23 to Nov. 21) This is an accident-prone day for your sign, so be extra alert and aware. Think twice before you speak or do anything; you’ll save yourself some grief and trouble.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22 to Dec. 21) You might find money

today, or you might lose money. Ditto for your possessions. Therefore, keep your eyes open and guard your things against theft or loss.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22 to Jan. 19) You feel rebellious today and ready to tell others off.

But what will this gain?

Remember that your reputation matters, because, above all else, you value the respect of others.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20 to Feb. 18) You feel restless, edgy and nervous today. Don’t worry about this, because it will pass very quickly. Just focus on work that needs to be done.

PISCES (Feb. 19 to March 20) Differences with a friend, especially in a group setting, might arise today. You’re not going to take a back seat.

Nevertheless, you don’t have to make a big scene, do you?

No one has ever regretted being patient.

YOU BORN TODAY Your greatest strength is that you can accept your limitations

E.TRAIL, 2bd. near Gyro Park, fenced yard. $800./mo +utilities. 250-362-3316 MONTROSE, small 1bd. F/S, N/P. $400./mo. Quiet renter.

250-367-7005

and function to the best of your ability within them.

This is maturity. You often work alone or behind the scenes, even though you do great things. You’re happy just getting the job done, because you are dedicated and cooperative. In the year ahead, a major decision will arise. Choose wisely.

Birthdate of: Melissa McCarthy, actress; Rick Hansen, paralympian/activist; Thalia, singer.

For Monday, Aug. 27, 2012 ARIES (March 21 to April 19) Very likely, some aspects of your private life will be made public today, especially in the eyes of bosses, parents, teachers and VIPs. You might not like this. Therefore, start doing damage control.

TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) You yearn to be somewhere different today. If you can travel anywhere, you will. Basically, you want to expand your world, you want to escape from your daily routine and you want

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

By Francis Drake to learn something new.

GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) Discussions about shared property, taxes, debt and inheritances might be stiff and a bit reserved, but what can you do? Just go with the flow and be patient.

CANCER (June 21 to July 22) Because the Moon today is directly opposite your sign, you will have to go more than halfway when dealing with others. This is a small thing. You easily can do this.

LEO (July 23 to Aug. 22) Focus on getting your work done today. Make duty and responsibility your primary objectives. You’ll feel a great sense of reward and accomplishment later.

VIRGO (Aug. 23 to Sept. 22) Conversations about children might be serious today, because they involve discussions of cost, education and the care of kids. It goes with the territory.

LIBRA (Sept. 23 to Oct. 22) A female relative, perhaps a mother, will play a strong role in your life today. You have to show this person deference and respect, because that’s how it’s going to be.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23 to Nov. 21) Your ability to concentrate today is quite good, which means you can tackle jobs that require attention to detail plus endurance and focus. Plan on getting a lot done!

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22 to Dec. 21) You’ll feel quite conservative about financial matters today. Sometimes you’re a big thinker, but not today.

You want to keep things secure.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22 to Jan. 19) The Moon is in your sign today, which makes you a bit more emotional than usual.

Fortunately, it also attracts a bit of good luck you. Just go with the flow.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20 to Feb. 18)

SATURDAY’S CROSSWORD

Work alone or behind the scenes today, because you will feel more comfortable being off to the side. You don’t want to attract attention to yourself, which is totally OK. PISCES (Feb. 19 to March 20) A popular day! Discussions with others, especially in group situations, will focus on important matters, especially about image and reputation.

YOU BORN TODAY You definitely are idealistic, compassionate and caring for others. You always are socially aware of whatever is going on around you. You like to be involved in the center of things so that you are indispensable. Despite your idealism, you have no illusions. Work hard to build or construct something this year, because your rewards soon will follow.

Birthdate of: Chandra Wilson, actress; Cesaria Evora, singer; Mother Teresa, Nobel Peace Prize-winning nun.

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CLASSIFIEDS Rentals

Rentals

Rentals

Transportation

Transportation

Transportation

Transportation

Homes for Rent

OfďŹ ce/Retail

Suites, Lower

Auto Financing

Recreational/Sale

Boats

Room for Rent In a beautiful established 10 yr hair salon, great Baker St location. Ideal for Esthetics or Massage 550/m includes shared reception laundry, heat, hot water, phone & air conditioning. Contact Diana @ 250 352-1955 or evenings 250 505-3098

BLUEBERRY, 1 Bdrm Bsmt suite, Unfurnished, F/S New carpets, need vacuum cleaner, N/S, N/P, $475/mth + utilities pictures on request References please Call 250-365-7550

Cars - Sports & Imports

5th wheel 18 ft, 1986 Lance, exc cond, F/S, bathroom, queen bed, furnace, sleeps 4. $3,000. 250-442-1248.

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

RV Pads

Want to Rent

Christina Lake: Taking applications for yearly RV trailer sites at Totem Resort. Phone 250-447-9322.

Newly opened!

Broadacres Assisted Living at Grand Forks is now taking applications for respite, short or long term care.

No wait list. Rural setting.

Home cooked meals.

Professional staff.

250-442-6778 / 250-443-4233.

Transportation

2003 SAAB 9-3, 2.0L, 4cyl., leather, loaded, summer and winters, roof rack - very nice car. 95000mi. $7,800. obo.

Call 250-368-1868

Auto Financing

2005 HONDA Accord IMA Hybrid, 82,500kms, climate control, heated leather, new timing belt, 4dr sedan, auto, silver.

Asking $12,000. 250-362-3308

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DreamCatcher Auto Loans â&#x20AC;&#x153;0â&#x20AC;? Down, Bankruptcy OK Cash Back ! 15 min Approvals

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SOLD Lot 2, Highway 3B, Ross Spur

This newly built home features hickory/ $250,000 pecan flooring, solo tubes for natural light, Fantastic opportunity- 29 subdividable a bright open floor plan and a large 12â&#x20AC;&#x2122;â&#x20AC;&#x2122; acres for your dream home, hobby farm or X 18â&#x20AC;? deck. The kitchen boasts Cherry cupboards, a large pantry and sit up bar. to hold as an investment. Treed with large level building sites and plenty of privacy.

On demand hot water, high efficiency Electricity and telephone available at furnace, custom mantle with gas fireplace, underground sprinklers, 9â&#x20AC;&#x2122; ceilings in the property line. Call your REALTORÂŽ today to view this opportunity. basement and double garage!

STING NEW LI

FOR SALE: 1992 Dodge Dakota. Good working order. $800 250-357-0056

KOOTENAY HOMES INC.

904 Redstone Drive, Rossland

Call Christine (250) 512-7653

Trucks & Vans 2003 GMC Sierra, 198,000kms. Leather, loaded. $8,000. obo. 250-364-1035

2011 ARCTIC FOX 29.5ft 5th wheel, 2 lg slides, 4 season, 2 - 80 watt solar panels, extended frame w/lg aluminum storage box $34,000 immaculate cond. Call Marvin 250-4284260

1976 30ft cabin cruiser with a 185 merc Full galley (fridge, stove, sink, furnace, toilet) â&#x20AC;˘ Fold down table for a queen sized bed â&#x20AC;˘ Fold up bunk beds â&#x20AC;˘ VHF radio â&#x20AC;˘ Hull is sound, galley is dated. â&#x20AC;˘ Low draft â&#x20AC;˘ 200 hrs on new engine â&#x20AC;˘ A great boat that needs some TLC $12,000.00 invested $8000 OBO Call 250-362-7681 or email monikas_2010@ hotmail.com 4 more information & to view â&#x20AC;˘

Sport Utility Vehicle

Recreational/Sale

2003 Chrysler Concorde LX1.

Well maintained. C/W 4 all season & 4 NEW winter tires. $5,800. 250.367.9828.

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2005 FORD Escape AWD, 4cyl. Auto, Air, good shape, + extras. $7,500. 250-364-1823

TWO 2008 CRF230L. 900 miles and 2900 miles. Street legal. Like new, $4300 each. 250-428-0816

Cars - Domestic

Your Cabin on the Lake The Kootenay Queen

Shop from home!

Motorcycles

STING NEW LI

$489,000

For Sale - 1998, 27â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Sportsmaster Trailer. Sleeps up to 8 People. Twin Bunks, Pull-out Couch, Table Folds Down and Queen Pillow-top Mattress in Front Bedroom. Air Conditioner, 3 Burner Stove, Oven, Large Bathroom with Tub, 2 x 30lb Propane Tanks. Very Clean and in Excellent Condition! Asking $9,700. Located in Nakusp.

Please call 250-265-9990 or email: tzanier@hotmail.ca for more info.

2003 Honda Accord V-6, 172,000 km, 4 new summers, 4 studded winters, A/C, exc cond. Asking $6,995. 250-442-5769.

GARAGE IN Glenmerry from mid Oct. until April. 250-2312565

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BEAUTIFUL NEWER HOUSE FOR RENT IN THE SLOCAN LAKE AREA. AVAILABLE OCT 1st â&#x20AC;˘ 4 Bedroom-2 Bath on 2 Acres â&#x20AC;˘ Red Mtn. Road above SILVERTON w/ Valhalla views + quiet privacy â&#x20AC;˘ N/S , Open to keeping animals â&#x20AC;˘ 10 min. drive to Slocan Lake and Village amenities â&#x20AC;˘ Storage, treehouses, good access all year round â&#x20AC;˘ Minimum 1 Yr Lease â&#x20AC;˘ W/D Hookups, F/S plus Earth -Woodstove â&#x20AC;˘ $1250 negotiable with proper care of house, land + gardens â&#x20AC;˘ References Required â&#x20AC;˘ Secure Income Essential â&#x20AC;˘ Serious Inquiries Only Call: 250-362-7681 or Mobile 250-231-2174 Email: monikas_2010@ hotmail.com

Call Art (250) 368-8818

STING NEW LI

3461 Marigold Drive, Trail

$199,000

This home offers character of retro style of the 50â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s including oak hardwood floors.

Your family will fit perfect in the large yard $249,000 - ideal for a pool and garden area. A/C and Solid 4 bdrm with new roof, new windows, underground sprinklers an added bonus to new furnace, and new flooring. Great home - this home. Great neighbourhood and walking great price and great location. distance to schools and bus route.

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

20 Short Street, Fruitvale

2786 Queen Street, Rossland

3422 Marigold Drive, Trail

$279,900

1885 Connors Road, Castlegar

This 4 bdrm, 2 bath home shows as NEW - many recent remodeled features - plus a/c, laminate flooring, thermal windows, vaulted ceilings, dream spa, central vac, u/g sprinklers - Exceptional value in Glenmerry.

$209,000

Tucked in the heart of Castlegar is a private hideaway. 3 bdrm 1 bath, freshly renovated. For those who desire privacy and convenience, this is for you.

Call Mark (250) 231-5591

Call Tonnie (250)-365-9665

Call Terry 250-231-1101

$225,000

Spectacular gardens create a tranquil setting for this cozy 4 bedroom/1 bath home. Situated on a 90x117 fenced lot with great sun exposure, this home features a large older kitchen, sunny living area, ew windows and a renovated bathroom.

Call Mary A (250) 521-0525

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3955 Red Mountain Road, Rossland

1177 Marianna Crescent, Trail

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.

This gracious home features large living/ dining room with gleaming hardwood floors and gas fireplace, main floor laundry, 3 bdrms on main and 1 down, central air conditioning and underground sprinkling. Quick possession possible.

Call now.

Call Mary M (250) 231-0264

Call Mary M (250) 231-0264

$265,000

$299,000

Deanne Lockhart ext 41

3799 Woodland Drive, Trail

$299,000

This home is situated on a beautiful lot overlooking the park and has been lovingly maintained with many updates including furnace, a/c, deck and roof.

There are 3 bdrms on the main and lots of room down with huge rec room.

An extra bonus is double carport and newer 20 x 24 shop!

Call Mary M (250) 231-0264

Terry Alton

Cell: 250-512-7653

ext 39

Art Forrest

Cell: 250-231-5591

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

Cell: 250.231.0527

darlene@hometeam.ca www.kootenayhomes.com

Call Deanne (250) 231-0153

Christine Albo

Mark Wilson

ext 30

$498,800

Executive 5 bdrm/3 bath home built in 1999. Features include: gourmet kitchen with stainless steel appliances, concrete counter tops and glass tile backsplash.

Entertain in style in the open concept dining & living room area with vaulted ceilings, jatoba wood floors, large windows & fireplace. Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t wait call your REALTORÂŽ now.

Ron Allibone

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

deannelockhart@shaw.ca www.kootenayhomes.com

2381 McBride Street, Trail

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

Cell: 250-231-0153

Darlene Abenante ext 23

www.kootenayhomes.com

$349,000

4 bdrm home on 2.6 acres with open floor plan, hardwood floors, formal dining room, and a sunroom! A pool, sauna and firebox makes for great outdoor entertaining! All this plus 1500 sq. ft. of shop and garage!

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1672 Stang Road, Fruitvale

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Mary Amantea

ext 26

Cell: 250-521-0525

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Cell: 250-368-1162

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Cell: 250-231-1101

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Mary Martin

Cell: 250-231-0264

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Richard Daoust

Cell: 250-368-7897

ext 24

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