Salmon Arm Observer, December 19, 2012

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Santa takes to the hills

Some of the younger members of the Larch Hills Nordics Ski Club try to catch up to Santa during the annual Santa Cruise fun race held Sunday at Larch Hills ski area. An auction at the event raised $2,446 for food banks in Salmon Arm, Enderby and Armstrong.

Government forces school cuts

Education: Trustees worry about reducing services to students in order to re-balance budget.

By Tracy Hughes oBSeRveR STAFF

A letter from the minister of education brought little in the way of holiday cheer to members of the School District #83 board.

The board was informed

by Don McRae, the newest education minister, that the school district will have

to scrape approximately $600,0000 out of this year’s budget, which was passed last May, in order to cover provincially mandated wage increases.

The school board has also been put on notice that this amount will be doubled for next year. every provincial publicsector employee whose

contracts expire on or after Dec. 31, 2011 falls under the B.c. government’s 2012 co-operatives Gains mandate. This means the province is not providing any additional funding for wage settlements and the increases must be found within current budgets.

“We certainly weren’t very happy and across the

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Renowned basketball coach and former SASS Jewel Allison McNeill moves on. See A14.

province, boards are not happy,” says Bobbi Johnson, school board chair.

“We have closed schools, cut staff, re-done our transportation system — we run a pretty tight ship. There’s really nowhere to turn without cutting programs and that means taking away services from kids.”

In addition, the budget

reductions must be found by mid-January so the provincial bargaining unit can start talks with cuPe for its contract that expired in June.

The school board made a motion at their last regular meeting to send a letter to the minister asking for answers to trustees’ questions, as well as expressing their

concern about their ability to meet both the requirements and the deadline.

“To have this hit us midstream when we’ve already got everything allocated... let’s just say we have serious concerns,” says Johnson.

But Johnson explains the See Deadline on page A2

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Wednesday, December 19, 2012 Salmon Arm Observer

Police

Merry Christmas

Beat

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George Abbott, MLA

Slip-sliding away The Salmon Arm RCMP have been kept busy over the last several days responding to numerous motor vehicle incidents due to the snow and road conditions.

On Dec. 14, at approximately 7:58 a.m., Salmon Arm RCMP responded to a single vehicle accident on 50th Street SE and Shaw Road where the driver of a Ford truck lost control of his vehicle and struck a fire hydrant.

At 8:17 a.m., police attended a single-vehicle accident at Auto Road and Highway 97B. The male driver of the truck lost control and crashed into a power pole at that location. The male driver was not injured. Shortly after that, police responded to another single-vehicle accident in the 3000 block of Eagle Bay Road, where a driver lost control of her vehicle and slid into a ditch. The female driver and her child were transported to hospital for minor injuries.

At 3:15 p.m., Salmon Arm RCMP responded to a multiple vehicle accident near Hilltop Road at Highway 1. Police found six vehicles involved in the pileup caused by black ice on the road.

Two drivers were sent to hospital in Kamloops for observation.

On Dec. 16 at approximately 10:24 p.m., police responded to a single-vehicle accident at Highway 1 and Salmon River Road involving a semi truck and trailer. The driver of the semi, who was uninjured, lost control of the truck due to road conditions and speed.

Thief uses pepper spray On Dec. 17 at approximately 3:11 a.m. police responded to a report that a man had been found attempting to steal items from a vehicle on the 300 block of 23 Street N.E. The witness had confronted the suspect, who then sprayed the witness with a substance believed to be pepper spray. The suspect then fled the scene on foot.

Police responded immediately and followed the suspect’s tracks to Okanagan Avenue, where it is believe the man entered a vehicle and left.

The suspect is describe as 5’10”, with a medium build, wearing a camouflage jacket, dark pants and gloves. Anyone with information should contact the RCMP or Crime-Stoppers.

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Workers unload boxes from a semi-trailer that flipped over on its side early Monday morning on the Trans-Canada Highway west of the city near the Salmon River bridge.

Deadline set for January Continued from front government’s policy will also apply to other employees, which will require additional budget adjustments.

“The teachers are going to want the same (wage increase) and the principals... And when roughly 80 per cent of our budget is already devoted to salaries, there’s not a lot of places to look for these so-called savings.”

Adding additional pressure is the government directive that states budget savings must not be generated by transferring costs to the public or by reducing service levels.

“To be clear, generated savings obtained by boards must not negatively impact the delivery of educational programming for stu-

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The issue will return to the board table at the regularly scheduled meeting on Jan. 8.

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Salmon Arm Observer Wednesday, December 19, 2012

Harassment charges dismissed

By Martha Wickett OBSERVER STAFF

A Salmon Arm man who was facing charges of criminal harassment and counselling another person to commit an offence has been found not guilty.

Victor Keith Chancellor was facing one count of counselling another person, Todd Grayston, to commit an indictable offence – an assault – that was not committed, as well as two counts of criminal harassment involving Shannon Chancellor and Steven Simmons.

On Wednesday, Dec. 12 in BC Supreme Court in Salmon Arm, Mr. Justice Dev Dley dismissed those charges. In addition, Chancellor pleaded guilty to an offence of contravention of storage regulations for firearms and was fined $1,000 as well as given a discretionary one-year firearms prohibition.

Bill Hilderman served as Crown counsel while lawyers for the defence were Fred Kaatz and Kevin Walker.

The trial took place over four days. During the first two, witnesses for the Crown testified: Shannon Chancellor, estranged spouse of Keith Chancellor; Steven Simmons, current spouse of Shannon; Todd Grayston, former friend of Keith and fellow real estate agent; and Tammy Chouinard, real estate agent. Chouinard’s evidence was presented in a voir dire – a trial within a trial – to determine whether it was admissible, and Judge Dley ruled it was not.

Following the Crown’s case, Kaatz told the court he would not be calling any evidence, and was making an ‘insufficient evidence’ motion regarding the Crown’s case.

Hilderman then reviewed the testimony of the Crown’s witnesses, concluding that “the evidence is overwhelming in the first two counts – both complainants were harassed...”

Defence lawyer Walker argued the court I infer from that advice that it was confirmation that Mr. Chancellor had not counselled Mr. Grayston to do such an offence.

Dev Dley supreme court justice should not consider any events Shannon testified to that were “pre-charge,” meaning before Sept. 4, 2009.

Kaatz continued with the defence, questioning the validity of testimony of all three Crown witnesses and the evidence concerning harassment.

In delivering his ruling of not guilty, Justice Dley agreed with the position of the defence.

He spoke first regarding the charge of counselling Grayston to commit an assault, saying he did not find Grayston’s evidence reliable. He said if Keith had arranged for

Grayston to harm Simmons, why hadn’t he inquired why the job had not been completed.

Dley also noted Grayston had told Simmons he had nothing to worry about.

“I infer from that advice that it was confirmation that Mr. Chancellor had not counselled Mr. Grayston to do such an offence.”

Regarding the criminal harassment charge involving Shannon Chancellor, Dley referred to her testimony about events prior to the charge dates of Sept. 4, 2009 to Jan. 4, 2011.

“None of the precharge conduct is to be condoned; nonetheless I’ve concluded the events as described were to paint Mr. Chancellor in the bleakest light,” the judge remarked.

He said some of her testimony was exaggerated, and noted that family matters are currently being litigated.

“Criminal courts are not to be used as an instrument to leverage those proceedings…

Based on that, I can’t conclude that Ms. Chancellor had reasonable fear for her safety.”

He also referred to a card Keith sent with a child to Shannon’s home during Christmas 2010 to be given to Simmons. Its contents included a wedding photo of Keith and Shannon with a red mark under her eye, which she interpreted as a target – an eye for an eye.

Kaatz had said there is no evidence Keith put it there or saw it there.

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there is no question the history between the Chancellors was “filled with rancour and friction. It was a two-way street. They argued with each other.”

Regarding the criminal harassment charge involving Simmons, Dley said although Simmons was told by Grayston on Dec. 14, 2010 that Keith had asked Grayston to harm him, he waited until the following day to tell police. He also asked why Simmons, if he feared

for his life, went to Keith’s residence to deliver a note from Shannon to let him know she was pregnant. Dley described his testimony of being in constant fear as not believable.

“He was dramatic and despite his attempts to display himself as a calm and understanding person, his temper frequently flared.”

Concluded the judge: “Mr. Chancellor did not harass Mr. Simmons, nor did Mr. Simmons fear for his safety.”

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Holiday train helps out

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Salvation Army Capt. Rosanne Fraser and Mayor Nancy Cooper accept a $3,000 donation from CP Rail representative Brian Stevenson during the CP Rail Holiday Train’s stop-over Saturday evening in Salmon Arm.

Columbia Shuswap Regional District The CSRD Office in Salmon Arm will be closed from Tuesday, DECEMBER 25, 2012 until 9 AM on Wednesday, JANUARY 2, 2013.

Trail alliance joins TrailRider effort

By Barb Brouwer OBSERVER STAFF

Debra McDonald is another step closer to riding the trails, thanks to the Shuswap Trail Alliance.

A former forester and outdoors enthusiast, McDonald has lost most of her mobility to MS and longs to be back in the woods.

She also believes everyone with mobility issues should be still be able to access the great outdoors.

Her wish was granted recently by a group in Vernon that made one of their TrailRiders available for her to try out.

Developed by the British Columbia Mobility Opportunities Society (BCMOS), the TrailRider is a specially designed wilderness access vehicle.

“With one wheel,

and ‘sherpas’ back and front, the TrailRider can tackle any terrain,” says the BCMOS website.

After an unsuccessful attempt to get an Aviva Communty grant for the $6,900 needed to buy a new TrailRider, McDonald is searching for other funding sources.

And the trail alliance has happily stepped in to help by creating a reserved account through which donations can be made.

“We’re set up to receive and hold funds on Deb’s behalf to purchase a TrailRider and we’ll work with Deb and others with logistics,” says trail alliance co-ordinator Phil McIntyre-Paul. “Right now we’re working on insurance, waivers and brainstorming to see how it can be housed, etc.”

Because the trail alliance is a charitable organization, tax receipts

are available.

“The key is if folks do send a donation, they will have to make cheques to the trail alliance but clearly mark it ‘TrailRider project.’

Donations can be made by mailing a cheque to the Shuswap Trail Alliance, PO Box 1531, Salmon Arm, V1E 4P6, or call the alliance at 250-832-0102.

“Deb’s the champion of this and she’s not reinventing the wheel,” says McIntyre-Paul.

“This is a good thing, we’ve been wanting to look at getting better accessibility to the trails for a long time.”

McDonald is grateful for the help and says she will continue to work towards getting at least one TrailRider

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Book deal Playfort Publishing is offering a package deal on their books at a significant discount, plus donating $5 from each pack sold to The Literacy Alliance of the Shuswap Society.

This special pack has something for every member of the family, and at a $107 value for only $60. Check out their website http://playfortpublishing.ca/ for reviews, chapter teasers, and a description of the stories.

Authentic Concrete cracks top 10 The B.C. public has voted and Salmon Arm’s Authentic Concrete Images has been named one of the top 10 best small businesses in the province as part of the Small Business BC Successful You Awards Contest.

Authentic Concrete Images is competing for the Best Green Business Award.

This award recognizes the business that best demonstrates an outstanding commitment to sustainability through leadership and

green practices.

Throughout the last two months, the company gained enough online votes from their community to be named a top-10 finalist in this award category, moving on in the contest.

The Successful You Awards Contest recognizes the contributions outstanding B.C. entrepreneurs make in six award categories.

This year’s finalists come from diverse sectors such as technology, hospitality, tourism

and health care. More than 25 communities in British Columbia are represented.

Finalists were selected by the residents of B.C. who benefit from these businesses, with votes collected online using social media, ecommunications and word of mouth.

The top 10 will go on to submit an application which judges will use to decide the top five finalists from each category, to be announced on Jan. 30.

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City News and Public Notices

2013 ANNUAL UTILITY BILLS

Annual utility bills for water and sewer have been mailed. To qualify for the 10% discount, payment must be received at City Hall on or before 4:00 pm February 15, 2013. Post marks are not accepted as proof of payment.

gARBAgE COLLECTION - hOLIdAY SChEdULE Collection Zone ‘C’ only

The City of Salmon Arm will not be collecting garbage on Tuesday, December 25, 2012 or on Tuesday, January 1, 2013.

Please note other dates to keep in mind as shown.

Instead, collection will occur on Saturday, December 29, 2012 and Saturday, January 5, 2013.

Dog Licences – discount date Annual Utility – discount date Annual Utility – to avoid penalty Metered Utility – to avoid penalty

ChRISTMAS hOURS

Property Tax Notices Mailed Property Taxes – to avoid penalty

February 15, 2013 February 15, 2013 July 2, 2013 15th of the month following billing Third week of May July 2, 2013

The Municipal Office and Fire Hall will be closed from December 24, 2012, to January 1, 2013, inclusive for the Christmas Season.

Payments received by 8:00 a.m. Wednesday, January 2, 2013, will be processed with a payment date of December 31, 2012. Postmarks ARE NOT accepted as date of payment.

You can pay your property taxes and utility bills by internet and telephone banking services. You no longer need to stand in a line-up or carry cash. We readily accept postdated cheques, and have a drop box to the left of the front doors of City Hall.

For your convenience, a drop box is located to the left of the entrance doors to the City of Salmon Arm office.

Season’s Greetings

From Mayor Nancy Cooper, City Council & City of Salmon Arm Staff

2013 PROPERTY ASSESSMENT NOTICES BUSINESS LICENCE RENEWALS The 2013 Property Assessment Notices will be mailed by the B.C. Assessment Authority in early January 2013. Please contact the B.C. Assessment Authority’s Kelowna office at 250-763-8300 or 1-800-990-1192 if you have not received your 2013 Property Assessment Notice by January 20, 2013.

2012 PROPERTY TAX ANd UTILITY NOTICES

Pursuant to Section 245(1) of the Community Charter, outstanding balances in property taxes and annual or metered utilities at December 31, 2012, will be transferred to arrears taxes effective January 1, 2013. Arrears taxes are subject to interest at a rate prescribed by the Lieutenant Governor in Council in accordance with Section 11(3) of the Tax Act. HAVE YOU MOVED? Remember to advise City Hall of your new mailing address. Each year, many undeliverable utility and property tax notices are returned to the City, often resulting in late payment charges.

2013 Business Licence Renewal Notices have been mailed. Any business that did not receive a renewal notice should contact the Business Licence Department at 250-803-4003.

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Natural Christmas Trees: Before buying a tree, test for freshness by tapping the base of the tree on the ground or pulling lightly on a limb. If many needles fall off or needles can be easily pulled off, the tree is too dry. Pick a tree with a strong green colour and noticeable fragrance.

• Store tree in cool, sheltered place until ready to set up • Cut about one inch (three centimeters) off the butt end to open the tree stem and allow water intake • Place tree in a stand that will hold 2 to 3 litres of water and top it up daily. If water drops below the end of the trunk, the stem may reseal itself, requiring a fresh cut.

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• Remove the tree within 10-14 days. After that amount of time in a heated building even the freshest tree will begin to dry out.

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OpiniOn

for what it’S worth

Tracy Hughes

It’s all about the boots I used to get quite grumpy about winter. The short dreary days sapped my energy and made me long for the financial wherewithal to afford a trip to somewhere featuring the blazing sun, surf and drinks that involve pineapple.

While the Shuswap generally has mild winter temperatures, especially when compared to other parts of the country, it also has what one person described to me as “suicide weather.”

There’s something about the endless overcast skies that often defy the best efforts of any ray of sunshine to make you feel a little blue.

To me, winter used to be a burden to bear until the first crocuses began to poke their heads up through the soil.

But my outlook on winter turned around for me some years ago, thanks to, of all things, a pair of boots.

Sorel boots changed my life.

You know the ones — those not-so-fashionable but incredibly serviceable mid-calf length lace ups, the bulky ones with the thick felt liners and the waterproof rubber.

They might be ugly, but they are warm.

And I discovered something that turned my winters from bland to grand. When my feet are warm, winter can be a whole lot of fun.

To the boots I added snowshoes and began to tromp the forested hills and valleys of our fair region. Exercise, fresh air, and, if you got up high enough above the cloud cover, some sunshine, made a remarkable difference to my mood.

From there, I took the next step into winter sports by adding a set of cross-country skis to my gear. Heading up into the Larch Hills ski area is truly a transcendent experience.

Those who have been up there for a ski, snowshoe or even just a visit to the chalet, know of what I speak. With the snow clinging like icing to the trees, the sun reflecting diamonds off the open bogs, it is the epitome of a winter wonderland — made that much better by the scores of friendly faces who meet, greet and offer encouragement to you on the trails.

Now that my kids are old enough, they are enrolled in the Jack Rabbits ski program, which is run by wonderful volunteers who work incredibly hard to ensure that all the youngsters enjoy themselves out on the ski trails. (It doesn’t hurt that each lesson winds up with a steaming cup of hot chocolate, either.)

After having to miss the first Jack Rabbits lesson due to the lack of snow on Dec. 8, I found myself cheering as the snow began to fall during the past week.

And then I knew, I had really become a convert. I now welcome the snow with wild abandon, thinking of when my next chance will be to get out in the fluffy white stuff, be it sliding, gliding, shushing or stomping.

People might look at me strangely when I tell them a pair of boots changed my life. But for all you winter-phobes, I’d recommend giving it a chance.

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Editorials

Politics drive gender sessions One could just imagine the complaints and claims of discrimination if a male premier decided to meet only with men and closed the doors to members of the other gender. But it’s apparently OK for Premier Christy Clark to get together only with women, as she did in Vernon Friday, and has done previously in Salmon Arm, and leave men sitting on the sidelines.

The explanation from Clark’s office is “she works in a man’s world,” and these women-only sessions provide her with a different point of view. Now there is no question that the political and business worlds continue to be dominated by men, and women may focus on some different issues of importance than their male counterparts.

But there are also likely a number of similar concerns, including the economy, job creation, education and health care. Those topics go beyond gender.

Despite the image Clark is trying to portray, these gender-based, invitation-only meetings are more indicative of a government in trouble. The Liberals only have the support of 21 per cent of women in B.C., according to a recent poll, while the NDP has 52 per cent.

Ultimately, it will be interesting to see if the premier’s actions resonate with women or if women just see this as another case of politicians pandering to them.

- Vernon Morning Star

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The Observer asked: What is your favourite Christmas movie?

Alexandra Kirchner National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation. It’s hilarious.”

Calvin Moore “A Christmas Carol, because it’s just a good movie.”

Ferne Parker “Miracle on 34th Street because it’s just a nice story at Christmas time.”

Rhonda Astasiewicz “The Polar Express because you’re never too old to believe.”

Shaun Scott “A Christmas Story... It’s all about the anticipation of a child at Christmas.”

Time to reframe relations Premier ponders with local native bands black ink, oil issues BC VIEWS

Tom Fletcher

VICTORIA – Premier Christy Clark has completed the traditional round of year-end interviews with legislative press gallery reporters. Here are excerpts from my discussion with her, dealing with the Enbridge oil pipeline proposal and the balanced budget her government has promised to present in February.

TF: On the Enbridge project, are you getting the answers you want on safety?

PCC: No, we’re not. We’ve set out our position. The five conditions need to be met, period.

[B.C.’s conditions are “world-class” land and marine spill prevention and response, meeting legal obligations for aboriginal consultation, passing federal-provincial environmental assessment and a “fair share” of financial benefits.]

PCC: We need the oilpatch producers, the Alberta government and the federal government to come to the table.

We’ve been cross-examining Enbridge.

We have not been getting any of the answers that we hoped to get. We haven’t gained a lot of comfort from that process.

And none of the other conditions are even close to being met.

We are doing our own study of marine traffic. We want to understand the total number of ships that are out there plying our coast right now. Because all of them have fuel in them, and some are cargo ships that are big enough to have enough [bunker] fuel as a mini-tanker would.

Part of this is trying to understand where our level of Coast Guard protection needs to be today, in order to protect us should there be a spill from the existing traffic.

TF: Balancing the budget: the finance ministry’s current projections call for an upturn in natural gas royalties in the coming year. With the current glut of gas, isn’t that kind of far-fetched?

PCC: It is going to be difficult to present a balanced budget, but I think, because we’re going to build in some [forecast] allowance, as we always do, and because we’re going to be completely transparent about the assumptions that have led us there, and because we aren’t going to fiddle with any of the assumptions that we receive from the experts in the Ministry of Finance, it’s going to be quite clear that we have done it.

We have come by a balanced budget honestly.

So when it comes to natural gas, you know that the assumption we use in the budget is based on a fairly complex formula that the Ministry of Finance has relied on for probably a decade now. We don’t fiddle with that.

There are those who would say we should artificially lower the [revenue projection] number that we use. But if you artificially lower it, what’s to stand in the way of artificially raising it? You either accept the advice of your experts or you don’t.

And they’re the experts, not the politicians.

TF: Right now we have a deficit gap of more than a billion dollars. Can that be closed without significant spending cuts, or tax increases, or both?

PCC: You will see when we get to the budget. And it will be absolutely transparent how we got there. [Laughs] Nice try.

TF: If the B.C. Liberals form a government in May, will the election date be changed so we don’t have to have this discussion about questionable spring election budgets?

PCC: It’s not part of the plan today, but I’m sure it’s a discussion we’ll have in the next four years. I know that people have talked about it. I’m open to it. I’m not wedded to this particular date.

Next week I’ll have highlights from my year-end interview with NDP leader Adrian Dix. Tom Fletcher is legislative reporter and columnist for Black Press and BCLocalnews.com

I would like to comment on the Dec. 5 article in the Observer, entitled, Neskonlith discontinue appeal. I believe the article has two major misconceptions, the first being that the Neskonlith appeal was responsible for the delay in construction on the SmartCentres site.

The major holdup appears to be related to complications along the highway posed by building at that location. In spite of the 2,400-page treatise submitted to the Ministry of Transport by SmartCentres two years ago, and scads of correspondence since then, the ministry has not yet given any form of approval for this contentious location.

One can only speculate that their concerns may in fact correspond with some of the Neskonlith’s.

The second misconception is in a quote by Mayor Cooper when she said, “We felt it was our fiduciary responsibility to recoup whatever costs we could as paid for by taxpayers’ money.”

This statement contains two faulty assumptions. One is that the taxpayers were privy to

the obvious mishandling of the Neskonlith’s attempts to be included in meaningful consultation regarding developments that might affect their land or way of life. This court case could have been eliminated altogether had the council and city staff of that time been reasonably willing to include Neskonlith in these crucial talks and proposals.

Secondly, a number of these “taxpayers” from Salmon Arm were sufficiently opposed to the treatment of this financially challenged reserve that they donated generously to help them seek justice. Perhaps council should ask the citizens to vote on this ‘insult-to-injury’ decision before going ahead with this travesty.

When will all the injustices to our aboriginal neighbours end?

Fortuitously, we have another opportunity here in this small community to strive for a real partnership, and at long last begin the healing process.

Duncan Morris

National action needed on Tibet Dear Prime Minister Harper and M.P. Colin Mayes: Dec. 10, 2012 was International Human Rights Day and I am writing to you both as my prime minister and member of Parliament to ask for the Canadian government’s support of the Tibetan people who are living under the brutal military occupation of their country by China.

As of today, more than 100 Tibetans have self-immolated for the cause of Tibetan freedom. These are Buddhist monks, nuns, nomads and farmers, young and old.

They have carried out these acts to bring the world’s attention to the dire situation in Tibet, where people are being denied religious freedom to practise their Buddhist religion. Tibetans are being tortured and imprisoned for having a photo of his holiness the Dalai Lama, for speaking his name or calling for freedom for Tibet. These non-violent protesters, unlike suicide bombers, are killing

only themselves in a very painful and shocking manner. And, as of today, it doesn’t look like it will stop soon, unless the governments of the powerful countries of the world take a stand against China and condemn them for what they are doing in Tibet.

How can the Canadian government stand by and do nothing while these horrors are being perpetrated on Tibetans, and in fact ratify trade deals with the world’s greatest oppressor, China?

I am asking my government to please support Tibet before the entire culture and people go up in flames. Please tell me what you plan to do to help these oppressed people and put an end to these shocking acts of self-immolation? Please make a stand against the government of the Peoples Republic of China and refuse to do business with them until they allow autonomy for Tibet.

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1929

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In preparation for the January district election, B.A. Wild was appointed returning officer, J. Kew was deputy at Hedgeman’s Corner, H.W. Timpson Jr. at North Canoe and B.L. Boutwell at South Canoe.

Coun. Ritchie suggested further polling stations be opened at Mount Ida and Gleneden schools.

At the Rex Theatre audiences were flocking to see Charlie Chaplin in the Circus.

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In the district, mayor L.S. Metford topped the poll, followed by James Woodburn who deposed Coun. E.J. Stoner.

W.J. Honey headed the school trustee poll, with E.P. Wright and Mrs. Amelia Martin capturing the other two seats.

More then 200 attended the annual high school Christmas concert, held in the gym hall with W.H. Grant chairman.

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A flock of seven swans was spotted flying low over Salmon Arm this week.

A weeklong snowfall of 16.75 inches.

Salmon Arm escaped the brunt of severe storms however which blocked most Interior highways and rail lines.

Santa Claus put in his appearance as a crowd of more then 700 school children gathered around the community Christmas tree.

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An estimated 300,000 tons of rock crashed down from a point about 1,000 feet up Bastion mountain.

Canoe Point road was buried by rubble and boulders weighing up to 12 tons. The spectacular collapse, blown out of all proportion by the daily press and radio reports, resulted in anxious phone calls from relatives in all parts of North America, who had heard among other things, “Salmon Arm has been engulfed by a tidal wave up to 100 feet high.”

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These words were part of something of a transformation going on in a Grade 8 classroom recently.

Students were in their ninth week of the 12-week Heroes program, where they were learning a new language of sorts.

“It gets them to search within themselves, things they wouldn’t normally touch on,” says teacher Erin Janowsky of the program. “I think they actually quite enjoy it. In some ways it’s challenging…”

On one recent Wednesday morning, the students, with the participation and support of three SilverBacks hockey players, were drawing on their explorations in earlier classes to come up with an individual mission statement, or purpose, for themselves.

“They came up with beautiful mission statements – really powerful and inspiring,” said Janowsky.

She’s thrilled the students are taking part in the pilot program being offered at Shuswap Middle School.

“I would coin this as ‘ the real life’ curriculum. I think it’s one of the most important things these kids will learn.”

Teaching the Heroes program is Venee Gunn, a teacher by training but, in this instance, a volunteer. Her relationship with the program began in Guatemala, where her family was working in a home with children who had been apprehended from their families. Some teachers volunteering there were in the midst of translating the Heroes program into Spanish.

When Gunn returned to

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A toast: From bottom left, students Kenna Rae Stockbruegger, Jenna Brook, Colton

Kemp, Brandon Laye and Ashton Jagt as well as SilverBacks Blake Box, Bryden Marsh and Shane Hanna partake in an apple juice toast to the group’s achievement.

Canada, she learned the program was being taught in Alberta, so she went there to train. Schools in Vancouver are using it, she said, but none in the Okanagan-Shuswap.

“It builds from strengths rather than looking at problems, which really attracted me to the program,” Gunn says, explaining that it focuses on three things – building confidence, integrity and character.

The program defines a hero as someone who uses their gifts and abilities to make a positive change in themselves and others.

“What we’re teaching is that everyone is a hero and has the potential to live like one,” says Gunn. “It’s a selfdiscovery program is what it is.

It’s discovering you have gifts and abilities and you have a desire to succeed. It helps them discover these things and find purpose for themselves. That’s what I really love about it.”

During this class, the students – and SilverBacks – share their homework with the rest of the

Venee Gunn teacher students.

The questions require answers from the heart. Questions like ‘what are you good at?’ ‘what is an accomplishment of yours?’ and ‘what do you want to be known for?’

Gunn said she invited the SilverBacks to participate for a number of reasons.

“It brings youth – something closer to their age – and mentorship... It’s really important to the success of the program,” she says, pointing out that when the students hear the hockey players give their answers first, they relate and their fears are diminished.

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Hanna, Bryden Marsh and Blake Box are present, but Gunn says many members of the team have attended over the course of the program.

After the SilverBacks and students share their mission statements with the class, to praise from Gunn, she tells students the statements don’t change; their essence remains.

“Could anyone tell you now you don’t have a purpose? No. You have a compass,” she says, encouraging the students to read the statements when they go to bed at night and when they wake up in the morning.

“It’s really rewarding,” says Gunn of her experience teaching the program. “Today, I think, was a good measure of the success of the program.

If they can come up with a mission statement of their own, I am really pleased with what they retained even though they only see me once a week.

The teachers are here and hear it – they can carry it on. A positive language is created that’s common to students and teachers.”

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Mayor reflects on first year in office

By Lachlan Labere OBSERVER STAFF

It’s been just over a year since Nancy Cooper took over the reins as Salmon Arm’s mayor.

In that time, she, council and staff have been presented with a number of challenges: the sudden decline of shopping options, a legal battle with neighbouring First Nations, and flooding, to name a few. But there’s been a lot of positives too for Cooper, including the progress made on a downtown campus, the city not losing jobs in the takeover of the Canoe mill, ongoing upgrades to Blackburn Park and more.

A goal of Cooper’s when elected was to help foster better communication and consultation with local First Nations – in particular, the Neskonlith Indian Band, who have been involved in a legal battle with the city regarding the SmartCentres development. (The city is currently seeking expenses after winning a legal challenge by the Neskonlith).

“Wanting to have better relations with First Nations is very important to me, but it’s going to be a process… there’s going to be things that we may

propose that they’re going to say, ‘no, we can’t agree with that.’

But I know, in talking with Chief Judy Wilson, I know we’re both committed in… getting to a protocol agreement. That’s a huge challenge for me.”

Cooper recognizes that it’s not just political differences that need to be reconciled, but also cultural.

“There has to be some reconciliation and some, you know… forgiveness is another word too, because there’s been some difficult things on both sides,” says Cooper.

Cooper says she and Wilson are committed to creating a protocol agreement. And their communication has been positive – so much so that they can find humour in their differences.

“She was telling me about some of the things she has to look after. I said, ‘It sounds like your job is even harder than mine, you don’t have all the staff to help you.’ She turns around and says, ‘Well, actually, I think your job is harder than mine because you do have all the staff,’” laughed Cooper.

The sale of Federated Co-Operatives Canoe mill also created some tension for

Cooper, who feared the potential buyer would shut the operation down. But that stress melted with the mill’s acquisition by Gorman Brothers.

“When we found out they were going to be purchasing it, we were quite happy about that because they’re very community minded people,” says Cooper.

chains, encouraging them to come to Salmon Arm. “There’s a new one out there that has taken up some of the Fields leases, so EDS is talking to them to see if they’d be interested in Salmon Arm as well,” says Cooper. “They’re working with Loblaws, and even talking to Sears… trying to en-

There has to be some reconciliation and some, you know… forgiveness is another word too, because there’s been some difficult things on both sides.

Nancy Cooper Salmon arm mayor “They wanted to keep it here, they wanted to look to the future to see what else they can do out there.”

While Salmon Arm kept jobs, it lost shopping with the closure of Zellers and Fields.

“I don’t think anybody expected Zellers and Fields to close and there would be nothing else in there,” says Cooper, adding how the Economic Development Society and local businesses have been working hard to fill the gaps. Cooper says the EDS is also contacting other retail

courage them. So far we haven’t had that happen, but they’ve certainly been working on it.”

Cooper adds that the EDS is also working with business in the industrial park to address needs there while determining what new business the city could attract that might complement those already there.

Looking to the future, Cooper says there are a number of plans in the works that she looks forward to seeing completed, a key one being the city’s

Salmon Arm’s strategic plan, which will “provide context and direction” for all other city plans, while assisting council and staff with decision-making.

Cooper also looks forward to seeing more construction in 2013, expecting to see projects already approved by council to get underway, from housing to the SmartCentres’ shopping centre. She and council also look forward to Okanagan College securing a new site on the former JL Jackson property.

Through all the challenges the year has brought, Cooper credits city staff and council for providing an invaluable network of mutual support. And, when the going gets real tough, Cooper goes horseback riding.

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No changes at the helm of CSRD, school boards

By Barb Brouwer OBSERVER STAFF

It took only a few minutes for Revelstoke Mayor Dave Raven to reclaim his seat at the head of the table at the Dec. 7 Columbia Shuswap Regional District board meeting.

Raven, who was nominated by René Talbot was elected on the first ballot, running against Area E

the last portion of the year,” he told directors.

“It was a bit of a difficulty to get into the role due to the circumstances. It was a short period of time and I’d like to continue and do

more.”

In her brief remarks to the board, Martin explained she has held the chair position before, and while she thanked Raven for his work in the past year,

she asked directors to support her. Once he was confirmed as chair, Raven nominated Martin as vice chair, a suggestion no one challenged.

While elections take

place every three years for a seat on the CSRD board, the chair is elected every December for a one-year term.

Everyone also gets to keep their seats at the School District #83

board table.

At the Dec. 11 board meeting, school trustees unanimously reelected Salmon Arm trustee Bobbi Johnson as chairperson, and Enderby trustee Chris

Coers as vice-chair.

Other trustees include Michel Saab, Jenn Wilchuk, Holly Overgaard, Bob Fowler, Laurie Myers, Debbie Evans and Barry Chafe.

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Dave Raven Re-elected cSRd chaiR Rural Sicamous director Rhona Martin, who was nominated by Area F director Larry Morgan.

Raven, moved from vice-chair to chair after the death last spring of Area C South Shuswap director Ted Bacigalupo, who had held the position since last December.

“I’ve really enjoyed being the chair over

Daffodil volunteers needed

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Approximately one in four people will be diagnosed with cancer, which translates to approximately 23,300 British Columbians.

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Sports

McNeill steps down as national coach Former Salmon Arm Jewel ketball in Canada.”

Allison McNeill, who culCanada Basketball Presiminated her 11th year at the dent/CEO Wayne Parrish ofhelm of the senior women’s fered his praise. basketball team by leading “Allison’s contribution to Canada on an inspiring run to the game and, especially, to the quarter-finals at the Olym- the young women who’ve pic Games in London this past been at the forefront of our resummer, has announced her surgence internationally, has retirement as head coach. been huge,” he said. “When McNeill made the an- you think back to the chalnouncement from lenging circumher home in Surstances she faced rey. in 2002, you’d “I have given my have to say that heart and soul to her sheer deterthis program and I mination and am truly grateful to incredible dedihave been entrustcation has everyed with leading the thing to do with Senior National our being back in Allison Team. Through the top 10 globMcNeill this team my life ally today. She basketball has been interdeserves our tretwined with such mendous appreamazing people; incredible ciation for a job well done.” women, athletes, coaches and Canada rose to ninth place staff. I am so proud to have in the most recent FIBA been on this wonderful jour- World Rankings, based on ney with each of them.” the team’s gritty performance While her decision was a in the Olympic qualifier and difficult one, she says the time then at the Games themselves. is right.

As for her future, McNeill “I feel like the women’s says: “I will be working at National Team program is the grassroots level inspirin the best place it has been ing young basketball players in during the 16 years I have to want to play for Canada. been involved. I look forward Mike (her husband and asto seeing us on the podium sistant coach) and I have had at major competitions in the a wonderful run and we are not-so-distant future. I will be excited to start doing some cheering loudly, knowing that other things in basketball and our staff helped build a solid to spend more time with famfoundation for women’s bas- ily and friends.”

Wednesday, December 19, 2012 Salmon Arm Observer

Strong start for SAS teams It took overtime for the Junior Golds to defeat Pleasant Valley 3531 on Thursday, Dec. 13 in league action. Jordan Hislop hit two clutchfree throws at the end of regulation, and finished with 11 points to lead Salmon Arm. The Golds faced Kelowna in their opening game at the Fulton Classic on Friday, and fell 43-34 to the Owls.

Lenny DePatie was a force on offence as he scored 17.

Salmon Arm continued to play well defensively, but struggled to score as they lost 24-33 to the South Kamloops Titans in game two.

Braiden Koprowsky and DePatie had six each.

Ten players hit the scoresheet for the Golds in their final game, as they cruised past Penticton 51-30. Koprowsky and DePatie had 14 points each.

The team will play in Armstrong on the weekend in a round-robin tournament before the Christmas break.

Senior Jewels shine

The Salmon Arm Secondary Senior Jewels are now three games into league play and have won two and lost one. The Jewels played the number-one ranked South Kamloops Titans on Tuesday, Dec. 11. Although the girls battled hard throughout the JameS murray/OBSERVER game, the Titans were just too strong, Going up: Salmon Arm Secondary Tier II Golds’ forward Sage beating the Jewels 95-48. The high scorers were Brooke Rempel with King goes up for a basket during the Golds 61-18 win over A.L. 10 points and Alyson Bannister with Fortune in a game played Friday, Dec. 14 at the Jackson Campus. nine.

The following night, the Jewels The Jewels top scorer was Trice Tuai- ment Saturday, Dec. 22 and Sunday, travelled to play the Rutland Second- ti with 11 points. The Jewels travel Dec. 23 that brings Salmon Arm Jewary Voodoos. Every dressed player today to New Westminster to play in els and Golds Alumni back to play on the bench contributed to the 60-37 a tournament, returning home Friday See Homecoming on page A15 win by scoring at least one basket. for the annual Homecoming tourna-

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The Silver Rock Bonspiel is gearing up for its second year. Last year Paul Cseke organized the event, which ran from 4 p.m. to midnight and attracted 90 people. Most people made up their own teams, complete with costumes. This year, the event takes place in Salmon Arm on Dec. 29. For more info, email Cseke at paulcseke@ gmail.com.

Glide in the moonlight Larch Hills Lantern Ski takes place Thursday, Dec. 27. Enjoy a beautiful evening ski on five kilometres of lantern lit trails.

Bring Christmas baking to share and your mugs for a hot beverage at the chalet. Fun for the entire family.

The next evening, Friday, Dec. 28, come for the Larch Hills Full Moon Ski or Snowshoe & Chalet Pot Luck Supper.

Moonrise is at 4:49 p.m. and the chalet potluck supper is at 6 p.m. Weather permitting, you can ski or snowshoe by the light of the full moon.

Bring food to the chalet to share. Bring your own plates, mugs and cutlery.

Hockey for food bank This Thursday, Dec. 20 fro 4 to 5:30 at Shaw Centre, Salmon Arm Secondary students and staff will be holding a fun hockey game to raise money for the Salvation Army Food Bank.

soccer on New Year’s Day Shuswap Youth Soccer presents a Free Family Footy fun soccer day on New Year’s Day, Jan. 1 from noon till 3 p.m. at the SASCU Indoor Sports Complex. This event is for the whole family to participate in together, with fun games of parents versus children.

The six to nine year olds are invited to participate from noon to 1 p.m., 10 to 13 year olds from 1 to 2 p.m., and 14 years and older from 2 to 3 p.m. Dress warmly and come down to welcome in 2013 by kicking the ball around with your family. The SASCU Indoor Sports Complex is located at 351 – 3rd St. SW, by Safeway. For more information, email admin@ shuswapsoccer.com or call 250-833-5607.

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Thanks to Sydney Crosby, people are paying more attention to one of the dangers of contact sports.

Dr. David Rhine, who specializes in sports concussion management, spoke in Salmon Arm on Dec. 13 to about 40 individuals representing a number of sports groups in Salmon Arm. The event was sponsored by Shuswap Minor Football.

He told the Observer in a telephone interview that Crosby’s experience illustrates the danger of concussions.

“You may manage the majority of concussions properly, but it only takes one situation like Sidney’s to highlight how devastating one mismanagement can become,” he said. “I can be critical – I don’t know all the variables, but it certainly looked bad from an observer’s point of view.”

Crosby took a blindside shoulder to the head in a game on Jan. 1, 2011. He was permitted to play four days later where he took another hard hit.

“It was concussion on concussion and then they act surprised why it takes him 10 months to recover, and why his ca-

reer is in question,” remarks Rhine. He notes that the higher on the ladder an athlete is, the more pressure there is on medical personnel to return the athlete to the game.

However, he says, very few athletes have to give up contact sports forever. Last year he worked with 350 athletes, 85 of them with concussions, and just three of them retired – two out of personal choice and one based on medical recommendations.

Although three is often cited as the number of concussions that will cause an athlete to retire, Rhine says there is no science behind that.

“It has more to do... with the severity, the age when concussions first started, and how easily people are concussed.

There is a population of people who are more susceptible to concussion and we don’t know why.”

He says the incidence of concussion is higher for females than males, despite non-bodychecking sports for girls, possibly because males have shorter, stronger necks, and females may be more likely to report symptoms.

Rhine notes that many non-medical people involved in sports

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protecting brain power: Dr. David Rhine, who specializes in sports concussion management, takes time out for a photo during an international concussion symposium in Zurich this year. are given the responsibility of being trainers, first-aid people or risk managers and can feel overwhelmed or burdened by the idea they have to diagnose concussions.

“It’s a difficult diagnosis to make, it’s not always straightforward.

The onset of symptoms can often be delayed by a few days,” Rhine says.

“We say, don’t worry, we don’t want you to make a diagnosis. We just want you to realize the potential. Protect the athlete by withdrawing them. ‘When in doubt, sit them out.’ That’s the universal catch phrase for concussion management. Diagnosis and evaluation should really be left to doctors and people with expertise

in concussion management.”

One simple tool readily available for concussion management, he says, is a $4 app called “Concussion recognition and response” that can be downloaded from Par Inc. at: http:// www4.parinc.com/ Products/Product.aspx?

ProductID=CRR_APP. There is also a Pocket Scat (Sport Concussion Assessment Tool) available at the Canadian ThinkFirst website (http://www.thinkfirst. ca/documents/Pocket_ SCAT2.pdf) that can be printed and laminated, or downloaded for free.

The website is also a great resource for concussion information, Rhine says.

Rhine notes that as

many as 40 per cent of concussions occur without a blow to the head; any blow to an athlete’s body that causes the head to shake violently can cause a concussion.

He says medical literature predicts recovery time for 90 per cent of concussions is about 10 days, and accumulated data shows safe recovery to be about 16 days.

If a person is younger, female or if it is a second concussion, recovery can take longer.

Rhine, with more than 20 years as an emergency room physician, and Thierry ‘Tez’ Lamvohee, a physiotherapist, run Sports Concussion Management at http:// sportsconcussionmanagement.ca.

Homecoming games set for Dec. 22/23 Continued from A14 the current teams.

The Jewels got off to a good start prior to league play, coming first in the NorKam Big Kahuna tournament in Kamloops, win-

ning three straight. The girls played their first tournament like a welloiled machine, playing league rivals the Rutland Voodoos winning 50-39. Haylie Gibb had an 11-point game with Zahyna Lewis helping

out with eight points.

They then took on the host team NorKam Saints, playing a posed game in a very loud gym. Brooke Rempel played a heads-up game getting 15 points and Sam Bergman played

a gritty game under the net achieving 11 points. The team played an exciting final game against Duchess Park Secondary from Prince George, beating them 48-41. The girls took the lead in each game

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Tournament MVP was Brooke Rempel and Zahyna Lewis was named to the all-star round.

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Losses to Merritt painful With the BCHL’s Interior Division standings as tight as they are, it’s almost like the Salmon Arm SilverBacks are already in a playoff fight.

That’s why two losses in three outings last week hurt that much more. The Gorillas got off to a promising start to the week with a 2-1 road win over the Penticton Vees but losses of 5-0 and 3-2 to the Merritt Centennials have them in fifth place currently.

On Saturday in Merritt, Salmon Arm clawed back from a 2-0 deficit to tie it on goals

by Steven Iacobellis and Brandon Mistal but Sean Maaktak, a thorn in the ’Backs’ side all weekend, notched the winner shortly after.

“I thought on Saturday in Merritt we were full value for a win but they were opportunistic and we weren’t,” said SilverBacks head coach Scott Robinson.

“I thought we got back to playing hard… it was our best 60-minute effort (of the week) but I thought we sat back a bit in the third.”

Some early misfires on the power play may have been the difference. Salmon Arm had three cracks on the man advantage in the first 25 minutes but couldn’t capitalize.

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Bad night: Salmon Arm SilverBacks’ forward Anthony Croston takes a shot on net during the ’Backs 5-0 defeat Friday by the Merritt Centennials at the Shaw Centre. of power-play situations (it costs you), especially since that rink presents unique challenges,” said Robinson, referring to the small ice surface at Nicola Valley Arena. “I think our team carried the play in the first two periods but in the third period we took some penalties; it took any momentum we had.”

Still the ’Backs had a chance to tie when Iacobellis was sent in alone in the dying seconds but was denied by Tyler Steel. A scrum ensued after the final horn and Jeff Kennedy landed an automatic one-game suspension out of it as he was as-

sessed his second instigator penalty of the season.

It was perhaps not surprising that emotions boiled as it came on the heels of the shutout defeat at home the night before. Cents goals in the first and second were more than enough but when Maaktak drifted a long wrist shot early in the third that beat Adam Clark, it was too much to overcome.

“It was one of those nights where the group was off and we’ve had very few of those,” noted Robinson. “That’s not something we’ve seen out of Adam Clark; we wanted to

file it and move on.”

Clark was the reason for the team’s victory in Penticton. Outshot 40-20, Salmon Arm came away with the two points as only a Sam Mellor powerplay goal got past Clark, who earned first star. The outcome could have been determined earlier if not for some tough luck.

“Literally, we hit four or five posts or crossbars,” said Robinson. “We were as sharp as we’ve been all year with passing and communicating.”

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Tough game Shuswap U14 ringette player Emily Williams moves the ring past a Kelowna player during a 7-1 loss Saturday at the Shaw Centre.

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Atom B SilverBacks claim win over Rockets Abundant Specialty Advertising Salmon Arm SilverBacks Atom B Development team hosted a league game against the Kelowna Rockets on Saturday.

The ’Backs came out with all cylinders firing and for the first time in their three-game matchups this season, the ’Backs took the lead with a great goal by Austen York.

The Rockets responded with a quick rebound goal, the only one that got past outstanding goaltending by ‘Hot Rod’ May, net keeper for the first half of the game. The boys continued to fight hard in a very physical game.

A single-handed goal by Mason Balon in the second period allowed the ’Backs to once again take the lead. The third period proved to be the most intense yet, as both teams battled to take the win.

A goal by the Rockets tied the game again, but not for long, as Lukas Sherman put one past the Rockets goalie on a coast to coast breakaway.

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would put another one in, and should have felt safe with the amount of their lead, but Petitclerc-Crosby’s natural hat trick put Shuswap behind by one with two minutes left in the game.

The Ring Robbers pounded shot after shot at the Westside net, all turned away at the last second.

But with 15 seconds left in the game, Natasha Kociuba ripped the ring low short side to complete the comeback for the Ring Robbers and finish with a 5-5 tie.

Assisting on Shuswap’s goals were Teagan Maddock, Abby May and Katie Findlay.

The Ring Robbers resume play in the new year.

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Duxbury leader in stats A Salmon Arm guard is playing a significant role in the success of the Thompson Rivers University WolfPack women’s basketball team.

The WolfPack has the best record of any of the school’s Canadian Interuniversity Sport (CIS) teams going into the Christmas break. Scott Reeves and company sit in second place

in the Canada West Pacific Division with a 7 and 3 record. It’s the best record the school has had since they entered Canada West nine years ago.

Duxbury is among members of the WolfPack who appear among the leaders in Canada West statistics.

A third-year year guard, she is emerging as a major threat. She leads the league

in minutes played (35.3), assists (6.6 per game) and steals (3.2 per game). She is also fourth in assist/turnover ratio (1.7), seventh in defensive rebounds (5.7) and 19th in rebounds (6.1 per game average).

The WolfPack return to league play Jan. 5 when they entertain the UBCO Heat. Tip off is 5 p.m. at the Tournament Capital Centre.

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School district needs basketball referees

By Lachlan Labere OBSERVER STAFF

If the idea of being paid to get some exercise while enjoying a little high school basketball appeals to you, Barry Dearing is the one to talk to.

Dearing, who oversees basketball refereeing in the school district, says there are currently only eight officials available to serve Salmon Arm, Sicamous, Enderby and Carlin.

“If you have one game at each site, that takes eight officials right there,” says Dearing. “And in Salmon Arm, we could have games at the Sullivan campus, Jackson campus and Shuswap Middle School. So that would take six officials, minimum, to cover those games.”

Dearing notes this is a paid position, and that officials tend to cover a lot of ground per game.

“You run between three and five miles a game,” says Dearing.

“So if you want to get paid to get into shape, basketball refereeing is not a bad option.”

The only other commitment involved is an hour-and-a-half meeting on Monday nights, from 7 to 8:30, at Hillcrest Elementary School in Salmon Arm. “We go over the rules and what we call ‘mechanics,’” says Dearing. “Mechanics is where you need to be on the floor at any given time.”

Dearing says he’d like to see some of the kids back from college or university who used to play high

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school basketball put the stripes on. But he recognizes it’s not for everyone.

“Refereeing is not the most glamorous job

in the world I would say, although we don’t get things thrown at us…,” Dearing explains with a laugh.

Anyone who is in-

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Dancing

THROUGH THE HOLIDAYS

(Clockwise from top left) Shuswap Dance Centre students Emily Ten-Have, Klaire Jespersen, Liv Norrie, Joy Pel and Anna Johnson are snowmen; Morgan Paiement performs; Chantel Jeffrey stretches up; Hilary Vukadinovik and Brynn Gowen perform a Highland dance; and members of the contemporary lyrical dance class perform in Nightmare Before Christmas presented Saturday afternoon at the SASCU Recreation Centre.

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Call us at 250-832-2131, drop in to our office, or use our new, easy to use calendar online. See below.

WEDNESDAY, DEC. 19 A CHRISTMAS TALE – Shuswap Community Church at 3151 Sixth Ave.

NE presents a Christmas story at 7 p.m. Tickets are $5 at the church.

DINNER & FILM – To enjoy a dinner special and receive a free movie pass for a film at the Salmar Theatre, visit one of the following participating restaurants from 5 to 9 p.m. – An Diamo Ristorante Italiano, Barley Station Brew Pub, Cantina Vallarta, Hedi’s Wine Bistro, Pink Cherry, Superb Donair or Shuswap Pie Company.

CHRISTMAS SHOW – Five Corners Entertainment presents The Christmas

Edict, an original and local production, at 7 p.m. at the church at 316010th Ave SE. Admission is by donation to the youth group and an item for Second Harvest Food Bank.

SANTA’S HOUSE – Santa’s Magical Windows are open at 3331 60th St. NW

every evening at 6:30 until Dec. 23. Take your own camera for pictures with Santa from 6:30 to 9 p.m. Admission is by donation and proceeds go to the Shuswap Hospital Foundation. This year there are dancing lights set to music. Listen from your vehicle on 88.3 FM. WRAP IT UP – In partnership with the Shuswap Hospital Auxiliary and the MS Society, the Mall at Piccadilly will provide gift-wrapping by donation for customers until Dec. 24.

CARAVAN FARM THEATRE – The popular professional theatre company presents their winter show, Old Nick, sleigh-ride theatre for the whole family. Shows at 4 and 8 p.m. No show Dec. 17, 24 and 25. Many shows are sold out. Tickets are available at at www.ticketseller.ca or 1-866-3111011.

THURSDAY, DEC. 20

JAZZ CLUB – A Christmas jazz special plays out at Salmon Arm Arts Centre

(SAGA Public Art Gallery) at 7 p.m. Admission is by donation.

FRIDAY, DEC. 21

CHRISTMAS SONG – The Little Mountain Bible Chapel at 3481 10th Ave. SE

presents a Christmas Cantata at 7 p.m. Admission is free.

SALMON ARMENIANS – The popular band is switching their regular Thursday night gig at the Hideaway Pub to Friday, Dec. 21 to allow friends and family in town for the holiday a chance to catch some great R&B music at 8:30 p.m. No cover charge.

SATURDAY, DEC. 22

FREE MOVIE – Lakeside Insurance presents the family friendly Polar

Express at 3 p.m. at the Salmar Classic Theatre.

MONDAY, DEC. 31

HAPPY NEW YEAR – Silver Creek Community Hall hosts a New Year’s Eve

dance and fundraiser featuring music by Rock’n Randy, potluck appies, a silent auction and door prizes. Tickets at $15 per person or $25 a couple are available at the Silver Creek Store prior to the dance. Tickets must be pre-purchased. Funds will be used for renovations and maintenance of the hall. To donate items, call Jamie Felhauer at 250-804-8813 or Bernice Hebert at 250-833-4081.

TUESDAY, JAN. 1 ICY DIP – Shuswap Swimming hosts a polar bear swim at Canoe Beach

Wednesday, December 19, 2012 Salmon Arm Observer

Sleigh travels traditions’ route

By Barb Brouwer OBSERVER STAFF

’Tis the week before Christmas and all through the town, most folks are getting ready to settle on down.

Well, with the exception of last-minute shoppers who will swarm the shops this weekend.

Most local theatre and performing groups have wrapped their concerts, and television is running the annual Christmas re-runs.

But Caravan Farm Theatre offers an opportunity to get outside for a while and enjoy a sleigh-ride theatre production that features the “truth” about Christmas – well, Caravan’s version of how Santa got his start in the secular part of the season.

Written by Vancouver theatre writers Michael Rinaldi and TJ Dawe, Old Nick is a hilarious jumble of many of the traditions that will unfold in Canadian homes within the next week.

First-class, professional actors run with (literally) the redemptive tale of how an irritable recluse, who dislikes everything, becomes a loving champion for children everywhere.

The tale opens in front of a roaring fire, where an old miner rails

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boat launch at 10:30 a.m.

FAMILY FOOTY – Shuswap Youth Soccer presents a free and fun event with games between parents and kids. Noon to 1 p.m. is for children six to nine years of age, 1 to 2 p.m. for kids 10 to 13 years, and 2 to 3 p.m. for kids 14 years and older and their parents at the SASCU Indooor Soccer Arena. All equipment will be provided.

FRIDAY, JAN. 4

FIFTH AVENUE SENIORS – Monthly birthday lunch at noon. Reserve tickets,

PROBUS CLUB – Monthly general meeting takes place from 10 a.m. to noon

at the SASCU Downtown Activity Centre. Doors open at 9:30 for coffee and social.

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Happy ever-after: A changed Befana partners with Santa Claus instead of the villainous Krampus, while a happy father and the chimney sweep look on with approval. at the world and chases a chimney sweep off his property – the first of several such noisy encounters between the miner and the chimney sweep, who also acts as the show’s narrator.

It’s onto the sleighs and off through the woods of the 40-acre farm, gliding over the snow from one exquisite set to another.

Just as credit must be given to set designer Marshall McMahen, huge kudos go to costume designer Erin Macklem and lighting and props designers Stephen Bircher and Scott Crocker.

This is a magical

fairyland occupied by buffoons, fools and Keystone Cop antics, with dialogue and action to please the entire family.

In between the exciting action, the sleighs travel through hushed open fields and forest, the somehow sacred silence of the night far more appealing than TV commercials.

The Caravan Farm winter experience is a chance to escape from the hullabaloo of commercial Christmas to a land of imagination and laughter.

While the actors hop on the sleighs for a few of the distant sets, they

have to run between others – quite the feat in the dark and snowy woods.

Old Nick is part of a string of winter offerings that form an annual tradition for many families – and they almost always sell out.

As of Monday morning, tickets were available for all three shows this evening at 4, 6 and 8 p.m.; 4 and 8 p.m. only on Dec. 20 and all shows on Dec. 29, 30 and 31.

If you want to go to this year’s show, act fast and call Ticket Seller now at 250-549-SHOW (7469), or vista www. ticketseller.ca.

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SHUSWAP YOUTH SOCCER presents the inaugural NEW YEAR’S DAY FREE FAMILY FOOTY

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Christmas Day December 25 – Holy Eucharist and Carols 10:00 am Sunday, December 30 Traditional Lessons and Carols with Holy Eucharist 10:00 am

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Shuswap Youth Soccer presents “Free Family Footy” fun soccer day on New Year’s Day, January 1, 2013 from noon ‘til 3pm at the SASCU Indoor Sports Complex.

This event is for the whole family to participate in together, with fun games of parents vs children. We invite the 6-9 year olds to participate from noon-1pm, 10-13 year olds from 1-2pm, and from 2-3pm children 14 years and older.

So, think you can get a goal past ol’ Dad, or, Mom, are you ready to show your child that you’ve still got moves on the pitch? Dress warmly and come on down to welcome in 2013 by kicking the ball about with some of your favourite people, your family!

The SASCU Indoor Sports Complex is located at 851-3rd Street SW,

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There’s less than a week left in which to buy Christmas gifts for the special people in our lives.

While there are many great gift-buying opportunities in Salmon Arm, if your loved ones already have all the material items they need, why not give the gift of entertainment.

The snow may be falling, but you can put summer into someone’s heart with the purchase of tickets to the annual Roots and Blues Festival.

Special earlybird member pricing is in effect until February.

By buying a $10 membership you can vote at the AGM and purchase up to four tickets at tremendous savings over gate prices.

Ticket prices for the Aug. 2013 musiclovers’ feast vary, with savings for seniors and youths. Children under 12 are admitted free when accompanied by an adult.

Visit www.rootsandblues.ca to order yours.

Salmon Arm Folk Music Society’s Roots and Blues Festival office will be closed Dec. 20 to Jan. 7.

Or consider a six-film pass to the Salmar Theatre Association.

The tickets never expire and you will get six tickets for the price

of five. They are available at Salmar Grand Cinemas, The Salmar Classic, The Movie Company, Lucky’s in Centenoka Park Mall and Earth Art Studio off the Ross Street parking lot.

Just available in time for Christmas gift-giving are tickets to the always sold-out Shuswap Trail Party and Fundraiser that supports local greenways and trails.

Rocking out Friday, Feb. 1, the annual event features a large silent auction, locally made appies, a cash bar hosted by the Salmon Arm Fire Department, loads of photos from another year of trail projects throughout the Shuswap, and a whole lot of music and dancing.

Scarecrow’s back to pack the dance floor and talented Mike Shaver and Steph Webster of a Million Dollars in Pennies have been added to the entertainment slate.

Tickets to the deepwinter social are available at Lakeside Insurance, Salmon Arm Financial, Skookum Cycle and Ski, Ridetech and Kula Movement and Wellness.

Another gift option is an entertainment “savings” account, a cash gift earmarked for some of the great entertainment opportunities that will be provided by local talents and visiting performers in the year ahead.

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Christmas is Coming

by Bernice Rosella and James Kilner

YOUR

Horoscope ARIES (March 21-April 19): Invigorating your lustful desires will be appealing and tempt you to engage yourself into exploring new territories. Love can flourish now with individuals who are quite different from your own background. Your open-minded nature will introduce you to new types of potential partnerships.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): You might believe that your earnings are more rewarding and flourishing than usual now. That will hold true for you as long as you learn to accept the fact that some sense of purposefulness will be needed in order to avoid being deceived. Be careful in financial speculations. Avoid making risky investments.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Your partnerships and business associations will go through a smoother period. This is a time when you long to be with someone and you will prove to be more tolerant and considerate towards others.

Fairness and justice should however be seriously taken into account if you want to maintain that healthy equilibrium between you two.

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31 Fotheringham and Eagleson, to pals 32 Crop 33 Electrical unit 34 Chef’s meas.

35 Common herb 36 Slurp 37 That woman 38 Part 4 of a Christmas reminder 43 Use a Microwave, slangily 44 Daminozide 45 One term Ontario Premier Bob 47 Wind instrument 48 Italian currency 49 Skin blemish 50 Tree person from Lord of The Rings

51 Turkeys 52 Palm leaf paper DOWN 1 Woodworker’s tool 2 Outfit 3 Elevated 4 Common card game 5 Spectre 6 Chime, in a way 7 Terminations 8 Infidel 9 Sate 10 Labels 14 Canadian verbal tic 19 Every 20 Pair 23 S. Harper milieu 24 Tra trailer 25 Banking tech.

26 Matterhorn, for one 27 Ironical 28 Bad actor?

29 Be in debt 31 Paving material 32 Cook 34 Bind 35 Start of a Christmas reminder 36 Trapshooter’s pursuit 37 Flattery 38 Oil 39 Representation 40 Melange 41 Greek pasta 42 Marsh hen 43 Part 2 of a Christmas reminder 46 Itin. item

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Your approach towards your colleagues at work will prove more friendly and cooperative. You can get more support and help during this time.

Your team spirit is higher at this point. Ensure that both parties are on the same page. Avoid procrastination as you will be tempted to do so.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Your curiosity and your zest for life will make you more active into the social scene. Children can bring you much fulfillment and joy. They can be your source of inspiration at this time. Your charisma is working in your favor.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Fun loving activities will predominate around your own family life. You can seek to host more get-togethers at your home or within home environment. You are fonder of private, more familiar type of gatherings. In case you are thinking of enhancing your

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home, this is an inspiring time to redecorate or to beautify it.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Your relationships with brothers and sisters, your closest siblings will become more available and prominent at this time. You will connect and bond with them on finer terms. Your interactions will enlighten you and inspire you to think more creatively.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Whatever makes you feel good and comfortable will appeal greatly to your senses.

You will also be inclined towards beautifying your wardrobe or simply, indulging yourself into some enjoyable yet familiar things. Beware of overspending during this time.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): You shine and your charisma is remarkable at this time. You clearly want to enhance your look and this couldn’t be a better time as you put greater emphasis on your looks. However, you will be prone towards overindulgence.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Sometimes you may find beauty and love in the most unnoticeable, hidden kind of ways; in ways that it could matter at a very deep, soulful level. You are assessing what is useful to you emotionally and what is not. When one door closes, another one opens.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Harmonious relationships with others will make you more accessible and approachable towards others. Your social life will pick up quite fast and make you more popular than usual. Pick your crowd wisely and remember that you are not obliged to attend all your invitations.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Greater attention will be put towards the perception of others on you. You want to look radiant in any situation. Your relationships with higherups will go pretty effortlessly and authority figures might prove more lenient towards you. Success may come to you with greater vigor.

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WEISSE, GERHARD ERVIN September 7, 1928 - December 5, 2012 We would like to announce the passing of Gerhard Ervin Weisse on December 5, 2012. He was born in Beisker, Alberta on September 7, 1928.

Our Dad was in the logging industry starting out in the Golden area.

Moving to Calgary where he had his own lumber yard for many years. When he was thinking about retiring, he decided that the Shuswap was where he wanted to be so he found a piece of property in Eagle Bay and for any weekends he would travel back and forth and we would meet him there and we helped build up his property. Over the years he made many friends there and he always gave a helping hand.

All who knew Dad (Gerhard) have many wonderful memories of his time at Eagle Bay. He will be sadly missed by all his family and friends.

As requested there will be no funeral but there will be a Celebration of Life to be announced at a later date.

Arrangements entrusted to FISCHER’S FUNERAL SERVICES & CREMATORIUM LTD., Salmon Arm, (250) 833-1129. EMAIL condolences and share memories through Gerhard’s obituary at www. fischersfuneralservices.com.

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COLLIVER, VICTOR PETER May 27, 1957 - December 12, 2012 It is with very heavy hearts that we announce the sudden passing of our best mate. He was the adored husband of Shelley and proud father of Brock.

He leaves behind his loving family in Australia and Canada. Pete’s family was the most important thing in his life.

Peter passed away unexpectedly at work under the sunny blue skies of Adams Lake. He loved the outdoors, hunting, fishing and the bush. His passion for logger sports played an integral part of Pete, Shelley and Brock’s life together.

Peter will be fondly remembered for his humor, love and compassion by many. He is now at rest with his mom, dad and old dog Maggie. His legacy will live on!

A celebration of life will be held at the Chase Community Hall Friday December 21, 2012 at 11:00 AM. In lieu of flowers please make a donation the Lupus Society of BC #329-720 6th Street, New Westminster, BC V3L 3C5 (1-866-585-8787) info@ bclupus.org.

On line email condolences may be sent to Peter’s obituary at www.bowersfuneralservice.com

DRAKE, ROSEMARY EVELYN March 21, 1928-Dec 10 ,2012 Sadly we announce the passing of our Mom, Grama, GG, Sister and Auntie quietly on Dec 10, 2012.

Predeceased and welcomed into the loving arms of her husband Wally, big sister Doreen (Larry) younger sister Peggy (Bill) and little brother Allen.

Survived by daughter Arlene and son-inlaw Ledio, grandson Jason (Kim) grandaughters Tanya (Wes) and Amanda (Chad) Three great grandsons, Ryan, Dominic, and Gabriel, and 3 great granddaughters Ashleigh, Emilia, and Sofia. As well as her youngest sister Jackie (Walt ) and many nieces and nephews.

Mom was a proud and longstanding member of the Daughters of the Nile both in Dawson Creek and Vernon.

Mom loved all animals but particularly dogs and owned many over the years.

There will be no service by request and Mom’s ashes will be laid to rest with her beloved Wally in Tuscoola Mountain cemetery in the spring. If friends desire, donations to the BCSPCA would be much appreciated.

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LOST: A large man’s wedding band. Huge sentimental value to family. Please contact Kate at Cardinal Rentals or (250)833-0064 LOST - oak wooden cane, in Salmon Arm between Nov 30th & Dec 4th. Please call 832-5358.

Here Today – Here Tomorrow There is no better way to create an everlasting tribute than by making a memorial donation to the Shuswap Community Foundation.

Every tax receipted gift ensures that the name of your loved one will be remembered in perpetuity.

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Coming Events LOOKING TO SERVE? Outdoors person? Fit? Team player? Check out our group: Shuswap Volunteer Search & Rescue Recruitment information night: Wed. Feb 13/2013, Salmon Arm. See http://shuswapvsar.org for details & registration

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Blue Canoe Bakery Cafe is looking for customer service help. Must be punctual and willing to learn. Able to work in team environment as well as independently.

Full benefits included Submit resume at #2-121 Shuswap Street or (250)803-0011 DISHWASHER/PREP Person needed. Call Andiamo Restaurant (250)832-9949 EXPERIENCED Journeyman Carpenter for framing & exterior siding (250)515-2996 NOW accepting resumes for 2013. F/T, P/T year round cashier, stocker & management positions at Mara & Salmon Arm location. Apply in person with resume to: DeMille’s in Salmon Arm

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Thank You to everyone who attended the Free

Matinee of “Rise of the Guardians� at the Salmar Grand on Sun., Dec. 2nd.

The generosity for Food Bank donations was heart warming, and the movie turnout was a sold out event!

Sincerely, all of us at CUPE 523, Unit #83 and the Free Matinee Committee!

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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: 780725-4430

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Help Wanted Ready to take the next step in the food industry?

Come join Red Seal Chef Che Langevin and his culinary team at Moose Mulligan’s and break out of the ordinary.

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RECEPTION/OFFICE Position We have a great Full -Time Reception/Office position opportunity at Piccadilly Care Centre. Park Place Senior Living Piccadilly Care Centre is a 66 Bed Complex Care Facility nestled in Salmon Arm, BC Qualifications and Experience We’re looking for someone whom enjoys working with seniors, with administration/support experience and great PC skills (MS Word, Outlook, Powerpoint, Excel). Basic Accounting knowledge would be an asset. The successful candidate will be extremely organized, efficient and self motivated. The nature of our business is working with seniors and their families so you will need to be flexible and able to effectively deal with changes in business needs as they arise. Please submit your resume and cover letter to: Piccadilly Care Centre Administrator 821-10th Ave. SW Salmon Arm, BC V1E 1T2

Salmon Arm

seeking FT/PT Housekeeper/Desk Clerk

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Must be able to work weekends Apply with resume

HOBAN EQUIPMENT LTD Now Hiring for January • Field Admin Staff • Heavy Duty Mechanics • Rock Truck Drivers • Dozer Operators • Excavator Operators • Surveyors Candidates must have minimum 1 year experience. Drug screening and reference checks may be a condition of employment. Please note this is a camp job and will run on a 20 day in camp and 10 day out of camp rotation Please send resumes to careers@hobanequipment.com Or fax 250-832-1003

Residential Care Aides Chase B.C.

Applicants must possess a Recognized RCA certificate and Be registered with BC CACHWR. Shifts include full time, part time, Full time night shift and casual on call.

Resumes complete with supporting documentation can be emailed to ruby@nfbg.ca or fax to 250-434-8566.

While we appreciate all applications, Please note only those short listed will be contacted.

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Crane Operator

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Eagle West Truck & Crane Inc. is currently accepting resumes for Crane Operator for our Kamloops & Kelowna Operations.

We are a Non - Union Company Offering Employees a Competitive Wage & BeneďŹ ts Package.

Medical/Dental COMPUTERIZED Medical Office requires M.O.A. to start immediately. Hours are flexible and experience is an asset.

Please drop resume off at Shuswap Family Practice, #102 - 571 6th Street, N.E. Salmon Arm, BC or call (250) 832-2151 for more info.

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Eligible candidates will be required to have valid crane certification & must have a Class 1 with clean abstract, and be willing to work in a challenging environment.

Please forward resumes: Attn.

Branch Manager: rtrowsse@ eaglewestcranes.com or fax (1)250.573.0040 Only successful applicants will be contacted for an interview.

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Welcome Wagon is currently seeking individuals for Welcome Wagon Representatives in the communities of Salmon Arm & Sicamous.

As a Welcome Wagon Representative you will work flexible hours, provide a valuable community service and get paid while having fun!

If this sounds like something you’d be interested in, please call OJ Boissoneault 250-379-2829

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TOLKO INDUSTRIES LTD. is currently seeking a Roads Supervisor to join our team in Lumby, BC. The Roads Supervisor is responsible for operational road construction and maintenance activities associated with road infrastructure within the Okanagan Region. This positiondirectly supervises the company road crews and associated mobile equipment to ensure the safe and cost effective operation of all construction and maintenance projects. In addition, the position directs various contract road building and maintenance crews.

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WE PROVIDE: • Competitive wages and benefits • Extensive training program • Profit Sharing Apply in person and drop off your resumÊ to: The Auto Service Desk 2090 10th Ave. S.W. Salmon Arm, B.C. Attn: Mark Sandau e-mail: service482@shaw.ca

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The successful candidate must possess a 4th Class Power Engineering certificate.

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GREAT GIFT IDEA! ChillSpot is The COOLEST Dog Bed-A new and innovative, thermodynamically cooled dog bed, that enhances the cool tile surfaces our pets rely on during the warm weather months. Use promo code COOLGIFT For 10 % off! www.chillspot.biz

NEPTUNE POOLS & SPAS We want to buy: Good used Hot Tubs

WANTED: newer men’s ice skates size 91/2 in good condition (250)833-1976

GRASS/ALFALFA lst crop $4.50, 2nd crop $6.25, last years hay $3.50, straw $4.00, oat hay $3.50. All good for horses.

(250)832-4160, (250)803-8298 Shavings or sawdust 150 yard loads.Cedar or Fir.Bark mulch. Delivered. 1 (250)8386630 SHELTER pasture for one or more horses, Foothill Area $50/mo./horse (250)832-6635

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Pets N&T CANINE CARE Daycare, boarding, grooming.

Visit our webpage: www.nandtcaninecare.ca 250-835-0136 With Dignity & Understanding.

N&T PET CREMATION SERVICES call 250-835-0136

Merchandise for Sale

Heavy Duty Machinery Will pay cash for oversized scrap steel, cats, yarders, saw mill equipment, farm equipment, etc. All insurance in place to work on your property. 250-260-0217

Medical Supplies MOBILITY scooter and walker like new (250)832-7321

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HAY Alfalfa/grass mix 1st cut $4.00 second cut $6.00 Rick 250-833-4523

FUTURE STEEL BUILDING Still in Crate 35’X70’, Profile Shaped Never assembled Phone (250)546-6114 10-15 used portable toilets $50. each, need some repairs Attention: Orchard Growers.

Reliable Septic Services (250)832-8404 CAM’S PLACE Christmas Trees, U-cut, we cut, 1000’s of fresh fragrant photo friendly trees. Mon-Sun 9-4. 1370-20 Ave SE. (250)832-8552 CRAFTSMAN 2007 30” snowblower, 11HP, elec. start, $575. Call Ron (250)832-8756

Financial Services

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Feed & Hay A horse quality orchardgrass, 2nd crop $5 , & 1st crop $4 Al Fritzel (250)832-9070 A1 GRASS hay, no rain. barn stored, excellent quality, delivery available (250)803-8353 ALFALFA/grass 1st & 2nd cut, small squares. J. Lepine (250)832-2962

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MEMORIES ON DVD!

Films, slides, photos & video transferred to DVD. Copies for gifts!

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CORT acoustic steel string guitar with cutaway, grover tuners and Fishman Pickup.

Beautiful wood and sound.

Must be seen and played to appreciate. $500 Call 250-517-8087

RECONDITIONED wood heaters and F/P insert. Pellet stove and Dry Birch Lumber 250835-8466 STEEL BUILDINGS /metal buildings 60% off! 20x28, 30x40, 40x62, 45x90, 50x120, 60x150, 80x100 sell for balance owed!

Call 1-800-457-2206 or online: www.crownsteelbuildings.ca USED 20” (aluminum) iMac 2 Ghz Intel Core 2 Duo 4GB RAM, includes apple keyboard, mighty mouse, Mountain Lion OS, other software.

Clean, runs smooth, fast, no issues. $650 OBO Call 250832-6765

Entertainment package, incl: JVC 27” flat (CRT-style awesome picture) silver l’art TV Silver 5.1 JVC Home Theatre System, silver Pioneer DVD Player, Playstation 2 (1G) with numerous games (includes: Lego Star Wars 1 and 2), and Modern, low profile, dark brown entertainment centre. All going for $160. You Carry.

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I like to buy $100 coins, coin collections & specialty foreign coins. Todd 250-864-3521 Private Coin Collector Buying Collections, Accumulations, Olympic Gold & Silver Coins + Chad: 250-863-3082 in Town PURCHASING old Canadian & American coin collections & accumulations. 250-548-3670

Excavating & Drainage

Excavating & Drainage

Misc. Wanted

HANDYMAN FOR HIRE Reliable

semi-retired gentleman will do any household fix-its.

(250)675-3456 email: millwright94@hotmail.com

(250) 832 3378

Free Items 2 Mini Daschund’s 5 yrs. old 250-804-8263 Older white GE electric stove in working cond except Clock 250-832-6550

Fruit & Vegetables

Fruit & Vegetables

Peterson ) Apples ) Orchards

Laura’s Homemade Pies

Fresh Pressed Apple Juice!

Available frozen at Peterson Orchards!

4 km North on 30th St. NE 5690 35th St. NE Phone 832-4155 or 832-1347

Fresh Daily

Any Quantity 8 am to 8 pm Everyday

Phone to Order or Drop In

Pet Services

Pet Services

PET GROOMING With Michelle

Monday to Friday

All Breeds including Cats & Large Dogs

Appointments necessary.

271A Trans-Can. Hwy. N.E. (across from KFC) • 250-832-0604

Misc. for Sale

Misc. for Sale

Professionally Beautifying Properties for Over 27 Years.

• Rock Walls • Utility Services • Site Prep • Terracing • Drainage • Pools

www.dandeglan.com 981 - 16th Street N.E., Salmon Arm V1E 2V2

250-832-0707

Garden & Lawn

Garden & Lawn

REIMER’S FARM SERVICE • Bark Mulch • Shavings • Sawdust

We Deliver

250-260-0110 or 804-3030

lRMaSnALdES’s B FA • Shavings, Sawdust, Bark Mulch, Wood Chips (bulk/ mini bags) • Well Rotted Manure • Soils • Extra Clean Wheat Straw

Stanley Bland 832-6615 or 833-2449

Handypersons

Willing to pick-up old, unwanted units

Merchandise for Sale

DAN DEGLAN EXCAVATING

PICK-UP OR DELIVERY

CLEAN CUT RENOVATIONS AND REPAIRS Home reno’s and repairs, Interior painting and trim Licensed & insured Frank Cell 250-515-3637 250-832-8153

Merchandise for Sale

Adopt a Shelter Cat!

The BC SPCA cares for thousands of orphaned and abandoned cats each year. If you can give a homeless cat a second chance at happiness, please visit your local shelter today.

BCSPCA www.spca.bc.ca

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Real Estate

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Rentals

Rentals

Transportation

Transportation

Auto Financing

Cars - Domestic

Mortgages

Homes for Rent

Suites, Lower

TEKAMAR MORTGAGES

3 bdr/2bath rancher 5 appl, carport, RV prkg, 12x12 wired shop, NS NP DD & ref’s req’d. $1300/mnth +util. Avail immed.

250-832-4115

2 bedroom basement suite.

Walking distance to downtown. Washer/dryer, small pet negotiable, utilities included.

No smoking. $750 per month.

Available immediately. 250253-1554

Best rate 5yr-3.09%OAC

Serving the Columbia-Shuswap since 1976.

Rates Consistently better than banks

(250)832-8766

Toll free 1-800-658-2345

Other Areas 20 ACRES FREE! Buy 40-Get 60 acres. $0-Down, $168/mo.

Money Back Guarantee. NO CREDIT CHECKS. Beautiful Views.

Roads/Surveyed.

Neaer El Paso, Texas. Call 1800-843-7537. www.sunsetranches.com

Rentals Apt/Condo for Rent 1bd apt. across from City Hall.

Adults, N/S, pets negot., $690.

250-833-0420, 250-253-0606 1BDRM. across from Askews DT W/D, parking, Call Colin (1-604)858-8176 or Jeremy (1250)253-2404 Avail now.

1BDRM., adults, avail. Feb 1 quiet pet OK, priv. ent. $725.

1070 1 ST SE (250)833-2129 2BDRM avail.immed NS, NP, kids welcome $750/mo + util. .

(250)804-9627 AVAIL immed, large. 2bdrm.

DT SA, Res or Comm use. $850 +DD ref’s, 250-307-2431 BRIGHT 2 bdrm apt. available immed. Central loc. Mature adults.

Pet negotiable. $795/mo. 1 bdrm available Jan 1, $695/mo. Phone 250-8326490 Cambridge Court, 2 bdrm 2 bath, inst ldry, gas f/p, covered prkg, new carpet & ktchn floor Np/NS. Long term lease with mature adults $1000 incl gas/hydro. biggarf@gmail.com for showings or questions DOUGLAS MANOR 2-bdrm. $825/mo. incl. f/s, d/w, a/c, heat, h/w. N/S N/P. Avail. Dec 1. 250-803-1694 LAKEVIEW MANOR

Deluxe fully furn 1 Bdrm Apt Viewing Shuswap Lake close to all amenities in quiet adult NS NP building $845 plus Hydro ref’s req’d

Ref req’d 250-833-9148

LARGE Bright 1 Bdrm Apt in Ranchero Area. $575/mo Util Incl. 250-804-4895

Commercial/ Industrial 650 SQFT shop in Industrial Park, infloor heat, hydro, taxes inc. $650/mo. (250)804-8840

Misc for Rent 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo in Salmon Arm 3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Basement Suite in SA 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath + Den 4 plex in Salmon Arm 1 Bedroom Condo in Salmon Arm 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath House in Gleneden

Call AL BINGHAM (250)804-6216

3BDRM. 2bath Heritage Home near DT SA, NS, NP, DD & ref’s req., avail. immed., $1100/mo. (250)833-6972 3 bedroom with loft executive house for rent. Fully furnished with beautiful view of Shuswap lake. 780-995-5675 4Bdrm Rancher on 2 acres in Ranchero Avail Jan 1st gas heat FS Carport small outbuilding close to school ref’s req’d $1200 250-833-2832 BEAUTIFULLY reno’d 3bdrm. house in Raven, 2200sqft., 2bath, 2decks, storage, garage, extra parking, huge garden w/fruit trees, ground level, suitable for seniors, all appl., furnished if needed, NS, pets neg., $1200/mo. + util, (250)832-0223 NEW updated 2 bed/1 bath older cabin/home. 7 min from town. NS, NP, DD, $620. per mth. (250)832-6785 SALMON Arm: riverfront bungalow, mins from town N/S, N/P, adult oriented, $1150/mo. + util. (250)804-9678 SORRENTO nice 3+bdrm house, 2bth, lakeview, near beach/town, , lrg rec room W/D/F/S incl., avail. immed, $1100/mo + util. DD req.

(250)803-1081 TOP floor of executive home w/panoramic view of lake, Appleyard Sub., 2bdrm, 2 full bath, covered carport, all util. incl., ref’s req. $1200/mo., NP (250)832-5041

Shared Accommodation BETWEEN SA & Enderby, nice big farm, pets and/or livestock welcome $600/mo. + DD, (250)832-7710 or email ateka77@fastmail.fm

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3 bedroom main floor. Close to downtown!

Fireplace,washer dryer, walking distance to downtown. Small pet negotiable. No smoking. Utilities included. $1150 per month.

Available immediately. 250253-1554 AVAILABLE immediately Enderby 1 bedroom + Den Neat and clean, recently renovated Shared laundry Utilities included, no smoking, small pet okw/approval $700/month $350 DD. References required Call: 1-250-307-7219 Canoe Small 1 Bdrm suite $625 incl. util. Avail Dec 1 250-549-4366 CANOE: Spacious 2bdrm. in quiet area. NS, NP, $650/mo. for right person (250)833-5029 LARGE 2-BDRM. walk-in basement suite newly renowned, in SA. incl. cable and util. $900/mo. 250-803-1946 RANCHERO/Mellor’s Store area: 2bdrm. $750/mo. + utils. avail. now, W/D/F/S & parking. (250)546-3717 SEPERATE Level entrance in Hillcrest on bus route 1 BDRM Util, wifi and cable incl. NS Ref’s req’d. Avail Jan 1 $700/mo 250-833-3566 or 250-833-2312

No qr code reader?

Text info: 778.786.8271

DreamTeam Auto Financing “0” Down, Bankruptcy OK Cash Back ! 15 min Approvals

1-800-961-7022

www.iDreamAuto.com DL# 7557

Our classified ads are on the net! Check it out at www.bcclassified.com 2001 Buick Century Ltd, great cond., leather, loaded, all access. working, winter & summer tires incl. $4000.

(250)832-3334 after 6pm

GMC SIERRA 1500, 2002 4X4 pick-up. Ext. cab, 5.3L V8. Clean, reliable, well maint., no accidents, full load, heated leather seats, A/C, CD, AM/FM., remote start, on star cap., rocker panels, nerf bars, box rails. $10,000. Call Steve-oh eve. (250) 804-1728

Mobile Homes & Parks

Mobile Homes & Parks

Cars - Domestic

Suites, Upper 1250SQFT. 3BDRM upper floor house in Hillcrest, 4appl., fabulous lakeview, avail. immed, $1000/mo. (250)8032921 Newly Reno’d ONE BDRM suite util incl. $675/mo, Avail Immed NS. (250)804-0399

Suites, Lower

Townhouses

1Bdrm close to Safeway Heat & Light incl. Avail Now. Reas Rent for NS, ND Npartying person/s without a dog 250804-4780 or 250-253-2464 1BDRM., W/D, No Pets, NS, near college, $700/mo. incl. util. (250)832-8962 2BDRM., 5appl., near 4 schools, rink, NS, NP, back yard, a/c $900/mo. incl. util.+ DD, avail. now (250)295-5498 2BDRM. newly reno’d, appl., NS, avail immed., $775/mo. util. incl. (250)832-0013 Bachelor suite $550. inc. util., garbage. NP, avail. immed, Call Bonnie (1-250)871-6000

3 bedroom 2 full baths for immediate possession. Garage, hardwood floors, natural gas fireplace. Private deck backing onto green belt. Please call 250-423-0160 or 250-5179786 for more info. This is a must see!!

Houses For Sale

Houses For Sale

IDA VISTA is a family orientated housing cooperative located in Salmon Arm. We are now accepting applications for 3BDRM units. Housing charges are $783/mo. with a one time share capital purchase of $1500. Small pet okay. For further information call (250)833-5775 Mon, Wed, Fri, 9am to 3 pm.

HOME BUYING MADE EASY • New home on its own 50 X 100 lot • All landscaping c/w underground sprinklers • Concrete drive & walkway Ask how to get $10,000 back from the government.

10 minutes to downtown Vernon.

Boat launch, Spallumcheen Golf & Country Club, O’Keefe Ranch – just a few mintues away!!

Custom order your new home today: www.countrysidemanufacturedhomes.com

250-832-6699

Lots

149,900

or

699

$

INCREDIBLE LAKEVIEWS Ready to Build your Dream Home

5+ Acres ................ $269,000 ........ MLS® 10051042 6+ Acres ................ $269,000 ........ MLS® 10051041 7+ Acres ................ $309,000 ........ MLS® 10051043 15+Acres ............... $469,000 ........ MLS® 10051037 Steven Lewis - Personal Real Estate Corporation

Work: 250-832-9997 Cell: 250-804-8244

Homes for Rent

www.eaglehomes.ca (604-6637)

Homes for Rent 10 min to SA 2+Bdrm, 2bath, 2 decks priv. fenced yard. f/p, a/c, sm. pet ok, $950/mo. + util., DD 5appl. Avail. Immed.

(250)836-0034 (250)833-2236 1BDRM home, pleasant location, deck & garden area, gas heat. Vernon, N/P, $750. Avail Now. 250-542-9154 2BDRM Home w/half basement in Canoe incl FS Hydro NS NP $900 250-833-2518 2 bedroom loft on farm in MARA, $650./mo includes utilities. 1-(250)838-6630

Homes for Rent

per month OAC

250-833-4728 1-877-60HOMES

MARA: 2bdrm. mobile, addition, deck, creekside, new floors, electric & plumbing, f/s/w/d/ac, elec. heat, $700/mo. + DD avail. immed.

(250)838-7670

Lots

Underground Services Installed. Individual Wells, Lots of Water.

All for only

$

plus HST

Mobile Homes & Pads

Trucks & Vans 2003 Ford F150 4.6 l 2 Wheel dr. Has Matching Canopy.

Needs Tires $4000 250-8321940

Home Buying Made Easy Homesites Available Throughout the Columbia Shuswap and Okanagan Area Call for Details Your Dream / Our Team

250-833-4728 1-877-60HOMES www.eaglehomes.ca

(604-6637)

Lakeside Realty Ltd.

R E N TA L S

2 Bedrm., 1 Bath Apartment 4 appliances, N/S, N/P. $ 7010 Black Road, Ranchero 700/mo.

2 Bedrm., 3.5 Bath Lakefront Townhouse $ 6 appl., N/P, N/S #5 Celista Landing, Celista 850/mo.

3 Bedrm., 1.5 Bath Townhouse 4 appl., end unit, in suite laundry $ 900/mo. #601-1451 1st Avenue NE, Salmon Arm 3 Bedrm., 1 Bath House Access to laundry facility, beach access, backs onto golf $ course. N/S, N/P 847 Hysop Rd., Chase 1250/mo.

3 Bedrm., 1.5 Bath House 3 appl., lakeview, avail. Jan. 2013. N/S, N/P $ 980 9th Avenue NE, Salmon Arm 1000/mo.

3 Bedrm., 1 Bath Basement Suite Partially furnished w/common laundry access. $ 2260 4A Avenue SE, Salmon Arm 700/mo.

Merry Anderson 250-833-2799 merryanderson@telus.net MANAGING BROKER

www.merryanderson.com

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mon Arm Observer - April 14, 2010

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