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“The layout of the facility is not the best, as anyone who has used it knows,” said commission chair Ramona Faust. “But it’s not cosmetic, it’s structural and mechani-

GREG NESTEROFF Nelson Star Reporter

Nelson’s aquatic centre could be in line for major repairs — or even replacement — based on the outcome of structural assessments.

The Nelson and District Recreation Commission is

cal issues that are prompting the evaluation.”

Last month, the commission asked for an update on the state of the building from Fairbank Architects, as well as a timeline on repairs, and a retrofit design with an option to build a new aquatic centre.

“We need an evaluation

whether we continue to throw good money after bad or look at a new facility,” Faust said. “We have no heavy commitment to a new facility. It’s our hope that it’s still pragmatic to address the issues prevalent with the aquatic centre as it is now.”

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Among the present issues are a failing heating, Story continues to ‘Kozak’ on Page 5

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Nelson Tech Club Interest Growing

Hackerspace broadens tech horizons KIRSTEN HILDEBRAND

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Nelson Star Reporter

t just might be the fastest growing club in town.

Nelson Tech Club started out in the back room of a local computer store and as word spread — almost rumour-like — more and more new people would come to check it out, says club president Brad Pommen.

“It seemed every week someone new would come through the doors,” he says. “We almost had to keep it under wraps sometimes because we knew if we had another influx of people, we’d have nowhere to put them.”

Tech Club is an inclusive club focusing on computers, programming, electronics and robotics — all under the umbrella of technology. They host weekly meetings called Hackerspace at the Selkirk College annex building up at the Tenth Street Campus.

Started in October 2010 by Pommen, a computer programmer by trade, the club just celebrated its second anniversary having moved four times prior to its current location.

More than 200 new people have attended a Hackerspace since its inception.

When Pommen moved to Nelson that spring, he knew there was a bit of a technology following; it was a matter of connecting and organization.

“These are all areas that pique everybody’s interest and this is the social outlet to share it at,” he says.

Tech club members are anyone with a keen interest in technology whether they’re

Young and old combine at the Nelson Tech Club meetings at Nelson’s Tenth Street Campus. Here, Jake Lloyd (left) works with an older mentor.

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involved in the industry directly or not. All ages are represented from seven to 70, says Pommen.

“Because of the varied experience of the members, you get some people that will know one subject and know nothing about another one. It’s varied so anyone who comes though the door, will typically find a few people that will have an idea what he or she is talking about,” he says. “There are all levels of experience. Some people can barely turn on a computer and others know how to program it. We really try and find ways that everyone

can talk the same language.”

There are about 15 to 30 people at any given meeting and the group delves into projects involving media and design, Photoshopping and video editing or programming video games. They use equipment such as soldering irons and something called an Arduino, a computer controller about the size of a pack of gum. It allows the hook up of sensors, buttons and lights — anything that allows you to make an interactive project.

“It can be an art project. This can be a tracker that watches

the sun and moves something along the way. It can be a door sensor. It can be pretty much anything that anyone can dream up,” says Pommen.

“You can modify a toy, modify a gadget and hook this up to it and it adds a whole new level that you couldn’t do otherwise.

It opens up doors and breaks down the barriers for you.”

The Arduino allows computer programming to go from the screen to the physical world so enhances the learning experience, he says.

“It allows real world objects to now become your playthings

in a digital world. With things like iPhones and such, they’re built so you can never really play with them or tamper with them or fix them, really,” describes Pommen with great enthusiasm. “This is the whole other side of the coin where you can do that. You can solder things, you can break things on purpose but do it in a way that it actually makes sense.”

Getting their hands into things are the Engelbrecht brothers, Thibaud, 16, and Akira, 14.

Thibaud joined Tech Club after attending with his younger brother and friends. He wasn’t sure at first and spent the first meeting watching what the others were doing.

“It was fun,” he says and has since returned every week.

The boys’ mom, Maya Engelbrecht, is enthusiastic about the potential for learning that this club gives her sons.

“The club provides a great opportunity for my teenage boys to explore technology in a small town and to learn from others who share the same interests,” she says.

Mentoring young technology savvy kids is an important component of the club, explains Pommen. He wants to see more connection to schools where these subjects aren’t readily available for students already exhibiting a keen interest. Hackerspace isn’t about doing a project for someone; it’s about showing them the way or leading by example.

“One person does something and everyone learns from that example,” he says.

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250-352-3643 SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 8 (KOOTENAY LAKE) LATE FRENCH IMMERSION PROGRAM Information Session – January 30, 2013 School District 8 (Kootenay Lake) is very pleased to be able to offer a Late French Immersion Program for up to sixty students entering grade 6 in the 2013-2014 school year. The Program is located at Trafalgar Middle School for grades 6-8, and continues for grades 9-12 at L.V. Rogers Secondary School.

The Late French Immersion Program is an “educational program in which a child whose first language is not French – studies in French.”

(Dimitry Morales, Canadian Parents for French website) Parents, guardians and students who may be interested in pursuing a French Immersion educational program are invited to an Information Session. The purpose of this meeting will be to share information about the program and the application process.

Wednesday, January 30, 2013 7:00 PM (PST) SD 8 (Kootenay Lake) Board Office 570 Johnstone Road, Nelson, BC. We recognize that not all interested families will be able to attend this information session. Up-to-date information will be available on our website (www.sd8.bc.ca) after February 1, 2013.

Because the Late French Immersion Program is limited to sixty students, a process of application for the program is necessary. Details regarding the application process for the Late French Immersion Program will be made available at the Information Session on January 30, 2013 – and posted on the District Website thereafter.

No applications for the Program will be accepted prior to 9:00 AM, February 15, 2013. This will allow families to decide whether the program suits the needs of their child. It will also allow all applicants to be familiar with the application process – either through attendance at the Information Session, or through reading the information on the website.

All inquiries must be directed by email to: wmakortoff@sd8.bc.ca

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Wednesday, January 23, 2013 Nelson Star

News

Emergency Room Still Has Challenges

Kaslo to keep 24/7 coverage GREG NESTEROFF Nelson Star Reporter

Round-the-clock emergency room coverage at Victorian Community Health Centre in Kaslo will continue beyond the end of the month.

“Interior Health intends to continue working with the community and health care providers to develop a model that provides access to 24/7 emergency care coverage for residents in Kaslo,” the health authority said Monday in a news release.

However, it added there are still challenges and any model will have to be sustainable for doctors and nurses. “Further discussions are needed to come up with a permanent service model that will work for Interior Health, health care providers and the community,” the statement said.

The emergency room

was slated to be reduced to weekday business hours as of November, due to burnout by physicians who were tired of constantly being on call. But following an outcry, the health authority granted a reprieve until the end of January while it entered talks with the community.

In an interview, Dr. Allan Stewart, Interior Health’s senior medical director for community services, said those discussions have gone well and they’re working on a long-term plan to let Kaslo keep its emergency room hours — although he felt it was premature to name specifics.

“We’re working on a couple of things. It’s a bit early to say because I don’t want to create expectations we may not be able to match,” he said.

A community working group, led by Maggie Winters, has met several times with Interior Health admin-

istrators. Stewart said physicians who raised concerns about workload feel more comfortable knowing the process is underway, even if it lacks a precise end date.

“The important thing for me is I can tell a young family moving to Kaslo... there is 24/7 emergency room coverage.”

Greg Lay

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“I also suspect the volume of after-hours visits has diminished a bit because of public awareness of the situation,” he said.

Kaslo Mayor Greg Lay was pleased with the news and said he was always cautiously optimistic a solution could

be found.

“We were able to work through a process and identify the issues and potential solutions. In the case of ER services, that’s worked out.

There’s more work to do in the relationship between the ambulance service and longterm care and how the public health nurse system works.”

Lay said he expects the village will now be more involved with physician recruitment and hopes new technology will let doctors respond to emergency room situations more effectively.

“However, the important thing for me is I can tell a young family moving to Kaslo — if we’re fortunate to create some employment — there is 24/7 emergency room coverage.”

Stewart and Lay both said the outcome of the Kaslo talks could apply to other communities with small emergency departments.

Club draws interest from other Kootenay communities

Continued from Page 3 Other communities are also learning from the example Nelson Tech Club is setting.

A very popular event held in November, RoboGames featured robots using Arduino brains.

More than 100 people attended the games for 11 to 17-year-olds.

“Those people are now talking about the tech club and what we’re doing. We’re

branching out to about a 100-mile radius in the community now. From Trail to Rossland to Kaslo and New Denver, Creston to Kelowna, people are connecting to our club to find out how they can start this up in their community,” says Pommen.

Hackerspace host Selkirk College has supported the club from the very beginning, because they see that continuing education

component. They recognize Tech Club introduces programs to kids who will become their next generation of students. These connections are something that Pommen is happy to maintain and grow.

“We’re excited to find ways to get the community more involved,” he says.

With the club’s advancement comes members with expertise on grant writing.

Tech club recently secured

$4,000 earmarked for new laptops.

“It’s just been a tremendous year of growth for the club and we’re excited to see what we can do with it,” Pommen says.

There are more than 1,000 Hackerspaces worldwide with the local group meeting at the Fairview campus on Wednesdays from 6 to 8 p.m. There is a $2 drop-in fee to support tools needed.

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Alzheimer’s Walk Set for Sunday

Hoskin looks back on Memories

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SAM VAN SCHIE Nelson Star Reporter

To many who recognize Linda Hoskin around the West Kootenay, she’s known affectionally as The Alzheimer Lady.

The nickname comes from the Nelsonite’s 26 years working with the Alzheimer Society of BC, including 10 years as a volunteer and 16 years in a part-time position as support and education co-ordinator for the region. Over the years she made regular visits to West Kootenay communities to lead workshops on the disease.

That was until last July when Hoskin retired from the Alzheimer Society, passing the torch to Julie Leffelaar of Castlegar. She also wrapped up her job as a part-time teaching assistant at Rosemont elementary in June, and has been enjoying more time at home with her husband Stephen.

But the familiar face of Alzheimer awareness still plans to attend the annual Walk for Memories, a fundraising walk for the Alzheimer Society on Sunday.

“I’ll probably still do the walk every year, if I happen to be in town when it’s going on,” Hoskin said.

She walks to honour the memory of her father-in-law and her mother, who each experienced symptoms of dementia before their deaths, and to help raise awareness of the disease that impacts 70,000 British Columbians.

She points out that educating people about Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia often falls to people who haven’t experienced the

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disease first hand.

“This isn’t a disease like cancer, where you have survivors who can share their experience,” she said. “There’s no cure and no survivors.

People who have Alzheimer’s, especially in the later stages, can’t talk about what they’re going through.”

Hoskin describes Alzheimer’s as a disease of losses. People affected by it gradually lose their memories and logical reasoning abilities. Bodily functions deteriorate, leading ultimately to death. Life expectancy for somebody with the disease is typically about seven years.

There are medications that can slow the onset, and mental and physical stimulation can also help.

“It’s a physical illness, not a mental illness,” Hoskin noted.

“When one part of your brain fails you can train another part to take over, if you have someone to teach you how.”

She also said planning for the later stages of the disease needs to be considered early on. The more people understand the disease, the better prepared they can be.

And that’s were the Alzheimer Society of BC comes in. The organization offers regular support groups, workshops and resources for people in the early stages of dementia, as well as their family and caregivers.

An ongoing support group meets in Nelson the second Wednesday of each month (contact Gail Russell to join,

250-352-7444), and a workshop series called “Shaping the Journey” runs Thursdays beginning January 31 (for that one contact Julie Leffelaar, 250-365-6769).

For more information about the Alzheimer Society see alzheimerbc.org.

The Walk For Memories is this Sunday at the Nelson and District Community Complex. Registration begins at 9 a.m. and the walk starts at 10 a.m.

The Nelson walk is dedicated to George Grypma (1926-2012), who was a member of the Knights of Columbus and of the Cathedral of Mary Immaculate in Nelson and lived with grace, dignity and humour until his passing on August 9.

Kozak says final solution will be a costly one

Continued from Page 1 ventilation and air conditioning system, compounded by a lack of separation between the pool and rest of the building.

“That’s a critical part of operations because of all the humidity in the building,” said Nelson city councillor Deb Kozak, who also sits on the rec commission. “That particular function is not doing well, which means the building envelope is at risk.”

However, the pool tank itself seems to be all right, she added.

Kozak said regardless of which option is chosen, it will probably lead to

a temporary pool closure, preferably in summer when there are other swimming options available.

“Whenever there are major renovations it’s most desirable to shut it down, get it done, and reopen as quickly as possible,” she told 103.5 The Bridge.

“It’s too dangerous [to stay open], especially if you’re doing roof work. And it wouldn’t be the most pleasing environment to have a swim in.”

Kozak said the commission will look at the entire package of recommendations and their price tags before deciding how to proceed.

“We’re preparing for, if not a new facility, at least some substantial repairs, and those will cost quite a bit,” she said.

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Wednesday, January 23, 2013 Nelson Star

Editorial

Accepting the challenge

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f you look around this country there are probably not many more active communities than the Nelson area. Our geography and attitude lends well to us being a fairly fit locale.

Earlier this month, the Nelson Star launched the Get Fit Challenge. As keen as this community is, we felt there is always room for improvement. We thought it was a great idea to pair five highly qualified personal trainers in this community with five people who are determined to take hold of their personal health destiny.

The large amount of entries we received was impressive. The stories many of the entrants told us about their current level of fitness and training goals was also powerful.

It was difficult to choose just five, but we did. On Page 12 and 13 of today’s paper you can find an introduction to each participant.

Over the next six weeks we will follow them through their journey to make a change in their lives through fitness.

For those of us on the sidelines, this contest is not to be ignored. It’s well documented that a healthy lifestyle leads to a more productive and happy life. The better we eat and exercise, the less trips we will take the hospital and the longer we will live. Wellness is a growing trend in the health care industry, but it’s much more than that. Making the right choices is a benefit to us all and the more we think about it, the better off we will be as a society.

Good luck to all participants and their trainers. Thanks for taking part and showing us that every little bit helps.

We want to hear from you.

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The council considers complaints from the public about the conduct of member newspapers. Directors oversee the mediation of complaints, with input from both the newspaper and the complaint holder. If talking with the editor or publisher does not resolve your complaint about coverage or story treatment, you may contact the B.C. Press Council. Your written concern, with documentation, should be sent within 45 days to the B.C. Press Council, 201 Selby Street, Nanaimo, V9R 2R2. For information, phone 888-687-2213 or go to bcpresscouncil.org

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Opinion — Ray Masleck

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Rossland riding the wave

ossland has been making the bigtime news in a big way lately, with some admiring mentions and ratings in some prominent places.

The town placed eighth on a New York Times list of 46 places to go in 2013.

Beating out the Golden City were: Rio de Janeiro, Marseille, Nicaragua, Accra, Bhutan, Amsterdam, and Houston (?). Rossland placed ahead of New Delhi (9), Singapore (11), Hawaii (16), two other ski towns — Jackson Hole, WY (32), and Charlevoix in Quebec (37) — Ireland (40) and Paris (46).

This is great news for the ski area which, despite all the years of trying, remains largely undiscovered.

This comes on the heels of Red Resort, in combination with Whitewater, being voted North America’s best ski town by Powder Magazine readers and a few weeks before CTV brings its national morning show to Rossland Carnival.

Between its website and print editions, paid circulation for the New York Times is more than 1.5 million daily and more than two million on Sundays. When the Times speaks, others listen as papers such as the Vancouver Sun have reported on Rossland’s coup.

Local economic development officer Sandy Santori noted in a speech

to the Rotary Club of Trail the other day that such publicity is worth big money. He wasn’t exaggerating.

Like many things, ad charges are subject to all kinds of discounts but the rack rate for a full page in the NYT is $175,000. You would have to sell a few lift tickets and nachos to get a pay back on that kind of expenditure, but the savvy marketers at the ski hill and Rossland Resort Association have gained the exposure — and greater credibility of editorial content — largely for nothing.

Rosslanders and other local citizens also deserve some credit for the publicity boon as they were no doubt a significant part of the turnout through the various stages of voting in the Powder Magazine poll.

They are also being asked to turn out in the middle of the night to serve as extras during the CTV’s broadcast.

This is great news for the ski area which, despite all the years of trying, remains largely undiscovered. Despite the fabulous snow this winter, and substandard conditions in many other North American ski regions, Red is asleep on weekdays and drowsy on weekends now that the Christmas rush is over.

Although the peacefulness and quiet charm of Rossland and Red Mountain should be appealing to skiers looking to escape the big city for a vacation, the extra expense and bother of getting here is a difficult obstacle to overcome.

The heavy play of the

The Powder Magazine contest helped raise the Rossland profile.

“steep and deep” theme over the years has also been a tricky sell. Although many people do travel to collect stories and bragging rights, the typical skier in Toronto with money in his pockets isn’t looking to jump off a cliff for holiday fun unless he is attached to a bungee cord or a parachute.

Other worrying factors are the continued strength of the Canadian dollar, tighter lending rules and declining real estate values in most Canadian markets, a stagnant economy, and an aging population being replaced by immigrants from countries with no winter sports cultures. Oh yes, and climate change research indicates that the Kootenays are warming faster than any other region in southern Canada.

(Someone hand me a drink – this is beginning to sound like a ditty some of my long-ago student newspaper pals used to sing on December 31: “Death, destruction, and despair, people dying everywhere; Happy New Year, Happy New Year.”)

Given all of the above,

Red’s investors are showing a degree of boldness that is unheard of in this area. They plan to add a new chairlift this summer, opening up Grey Mountain to skiers who, until a snowcat was added this season, have had to hike there.

It is this expansion project, announced when everyone else is retrenching, that has really gained attention for Rossland and Red Mountain. We will have to wait to see if it also attracts appreciable new business.

Finally, although the recent round of publicity, especially the Times travel article, is great news for the local economy, they are a sobering reminder of the consumer beware principle when it comes to the media.

As much as I enjoy spending time in Rossland and skiing at Red Mountain, the notion that the Alpine City could leave Paris in the dust as a preferred destination this year is, as the French would say, “incroyable.”

Ray Masleck is a former Trail Times reporter

Nelson Star Wednesday, January 23, 2013

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Letters to the Editor

Greenwashers continue to waste taxpayers dollars Did you know Nelson now has $50,000 dollars of grant money in solar power panels?

This is grid tie PV solar, or in other words, it is hooked to the power grid and if there is excess power the meter spins backwards making money.

The data for the first system on a public building has been in place for two years now and shows it has made $300.

If it were real money and not grant money, a 25-year loan would have cost $3,167 by now or $2,800 more than if nothing were done. This was a Solar BC grant.

Now LiveSmart BC recently gave a grant for $25,000 to our local Energy Heroes, on a private building the grant applicant, a new business, doesn’t own. Statistically this business may not be around in five years. Then, who owns

these panels? Also the panels were not installed at the optimum angle because the building owner didn’t want

Subsidies don’t make unaffordable power affordable. It just changes who pays. attachments to his roof, so the panels were laid flat? Now the efficiency is reduced, go figure? As an electronics technologist with experience in remote solar power where it makes sense because there is no alternative, this makes me very angry.

I am sure there were many deserving grant applicants for this money. How do they feel knowing this second set of

useless $25,000 solar panels now lie buried in the snow doing nothing for the community!

Our pockets are being picked by people who produce no value, never have, and never will. It is being done in the name of saving the planet.

As the bumper sticker says: “If you are not outraged, you have not been paying attention.”

Of course the greenwashers mantra is “we have to start somewhere.” I have to yell “Start somewhere that makes sense.”

Subsidies don’t make unaffordable power affordable. It just changes who pays. You and I are paying for this, I don’t want to pay!

Max Yanke Nelson

Health care system gets a B-minus Agelina Horswill’s letter (“Health Care’s Bright Side,” January 9, 2013) was a moving account of how her life was saved by our universal health care system. I agree with her that we are fortunate and, as she commented, we still have to improve our services. It sparked my curiousity: How does Canada compare with similar countries in terms of our “health care report card?”

According to the most current statistics from the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD), we still are one of the better countries in the world in terms of our public expenditure on health.

Per capita, we spend about the same as France, Germany and Great Britain (roughly $3,000 American dollars per person per/year), all countries with almost the exact same life expectancy as us (80 years on average) and similar

standards of living.

However, there are a few areas we really need to improve. We pay one of the highest costs for prescription drugs in the world. Our waiting times are increasing and

All in all, we certainly can kiss our lucky stars we’re not in some third world country (or the US for that matter) where the system is really dysfunctional for many people. are some of the worst in the OECD. Hospital discharge rates are pretty meager; per 1,000 population we see 84 discharges compared to 263 for France, 237 for Germany, and 138 for Great Britain.

Does this mean we are simply healthier than these other

countries so we don’t need to visit the hospital? Not really.

We have higher rates of heart disease than any of them, for example. We share roughly the same amount of deaths from cancer as these countries as well (about 200 deaths per 100,000 population). Are we just full of miracle doctors who keep us out of the hospital? That’s hard to believe considering that we have roughly two doctors for every 1,000 people in Canada, while France and Germany have roughly three.

All in all, we certainly can kiss our lucky stars we’re not in some third world country (or the US for that matter) where the system is really dysfunctional for many people. I guess, after looking at the OECD stats, I’d have to give Canada a B-minus grade.

Good, but needs improvement!

Josh Wapp Nelson

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CITY OF NELSON

NOTICE GRANT WORKSHOPS 2013 2013 CBT COMMUNITY INITIATIVE PROGRAM FUNDING CITY OF NELSON APPLICANTS ONLY The City of Nelson will be hosting two workshops to assist residents who plan on applying for grant funding under the 2013 Columbia Basin Trust Community Initiatives Program.

Staff will provide applicants with detailed information on how to compose grant applications and strengthen project proposals.

Attendance is encouraged.

Refreshments will be provided.

CBT COMMUNITY INITIATIVE PROGRAM FUNDING WORKSHOPS City Hall Council Chambers, 2nd Floor, 310 Ward Street Thursday, January 24, 2013 7:00 – 8:00 pm Friday, January 25, 2013 2:00 – 3:00 pm

For more information, Contact Joanne Caldecott at jcaldecott@nelson.ca or 250 352-8285

Kissing in the Kootenays Valentine’s Day Photo Contest Enter to win a great prize!

Grab your sweetheart, pet, child or friend and a digital camera.

Pick your favourite Nelson landmark and snap a photo!

It’s easy! Just take photo of you and your valentine, with enough background so we know that you are in front of a Nelson landmark (could be the Bridge, Baker Street, a chairlift at Whitewater, Pulpit Rock) and upload the photo to the Nelson Star Facebook page at facebook.com/nelsonstarnews to.

Don’t forget to tag yourself!

Then start spreading the word to get your friends to ‘Like” your photo.

The photo with the most likes by noon on Valentine’s Day will win a $100 gift certificate to the All Season’s Cafe and flowers from Bella Flora.

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Favorite book nominations

StudentS at LVR Recommend theSe gReat ReadS: • Miss Peregrine’s Home For Peculiar Children by Ransom Riggs • Catching Fire by Suzanne Collins • The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins • End of Days (Night Runner II) by Max Turner • The Summoning by Kelley Armstrong • Mockingjay by Suzanne Collins • City of Bones by Cassandra Clare • Sweetness at the Bottom of the Pie by Alan Bradley • Behemoth by Scott Westerfeld • Fellowship of the Rings by J.R.R. Tolkien

nelson Reads nomination Form Author’s Name _____________________________________________ Book Title _________________________________________________ Category: (check one) Children’s book Young Adult book Adult Fiction Adult Non-Fiction Tell us why this book is a great read: _____________________________ _________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________ *your nomination may be published in the Nelson Star

Your Name ________________________________________________ Phone Number _____________________________________________ Email ____________________________________________________ There will be a draw for a bag of books in each category!

School classes who would like to participate please use the form sent to your school or available at any of the nominations drop off locations.

Forms can be returned to: The Learning Place (lower level of City Hall) Nelson Public Library • The Nelson Star • Otter Books Email to: jexley@cbal.org Please return form by Family Literacy Day – January 27th For more information call: Joan at 250-352-3218 or email at jexley@cbal.org Joanne at 250-505-5683 or email at jharris@nelson.ca

y husband and I recently had a conversation of a political nature evolving into economics — economies of scale, macro and microeconomics came up. After mentioning the existence of the words and that they might be somewhat related, the discussion ended. Eeesh! — A little embarrassing. Writing Biz Buzz has inspired me to learn about those concepts I find mind-boggling and thankfully, there is an Economics for Dummies.

According to their “cheat sheet,” the three most important words in economics are economics, microeconomics and macroeconomics.

“Microeconomics studies the maximizing behaviour of individual people and individual firms. Economists assume that people work toward maximizing their utility or happiness, while firms act to maximize profits,” says the popular resource. “Macroeconomics studies national economies, concentrating on economic growth and how to prevent and ameliorate recessions.”

Only one question remains. If this is Economics for Dummies, why use the word ameliorate in their explanation?

In exciting news of the microeconomic sort, Black Press has officially promoted Nelson Star operations manager Karen Bennett to the position of publisher. The promotion rewards Bennett for her success over the last year while at the helm of the local paper. We here at the Star congratulate the boss on her new title.

Veronica (Roni) O’Connor has opened a new childcare centre called The School House in the old Gordon Sargent school at 1623 Falls Street. After a major renovation, the new space is open and looking great.

“It has exceeded my expectations. We took an old space that really needed a facelift and the crew that worked on it really did a fantastic job,” she says.

There’s a demand for childcare in Nelson and The School House will have space for infants, toddlers and three to five-year-olds, as well as offering out-of-school care.

O’Connor has worked in the early childhood field for over 20 years and favours the Reggio approach to learning.

“It looks at children as being very capable and complete in who they are at every age and stage they’re at,” she says.

For more information check O’Connor’s school out at theschoolhouseeclc.com or stop by for a visit.

“We’re open to people’s inquiries and having people come by for a visit,” says.

O’Connor.

There are some businesses on the move in Nelson. Strutter’s Styles moved from their 601 Front Street location beside Ellison’s Market where they had been located for 13 years. Featuring the same stylish clothes for women, mostly second-hand, the new 901 Front Street space is bright and fresh.

Round the back of the shop is plenty of room to park with no meters, yeah!

Ali Popoff is moving

New to Town?

Then let us welcome you to town with our greetings basket that also includes information about your new community.

Call us at 250-551-7971 or 250-825-4743

Have you had a new baby?

Then let us know as we have a special gift basket for your new baby.

Power By You to a new locale near Napa on Front Street.

Taking two warehouse units and making them one with some serious demolition, there is now a huge space to take CrossFit and weight training to the next level. Still under reno, the 2,200 squarefoot space will have lifting platforms, 17 different pullup stations as well as showers and bathroom facilities.

Popoff says once in the new space, they will be offering monthly lifting workshops with Cody Abbey who is currently training hard for competition in February.

Andrea Wilkey will be taking over for recently retired Paul Wiest as GM of Community Futures. With a background in communications and marketing, she most recently worked with Columbia Basin Trust.

“I’m thrilled to be joining Community Futures Central Kootenay,” she says. “It’s an organization with an inspiring mission and provides the opportunity to create a positive impact in my community.”

Wilkey is looking forward to connecting with new and existing entrepreneurs and community economic development partners throughout the region and working with Community Futures staff and the Board to ensure their continued success.

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NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS Re: The Estate of Nick Kurbatoff, Deceased, formerly of the Village of Kaslo, Province of British Columbia who died January 21, 2012.

Notice is Hereby Given that all persons having claims against the Estate of Nick Kurbatoff, Deceased, formerly of the Village of Kaslo, Province of British Columbia, who died on the 21st day of January, 2012, are hereby required to send the particularts thereof to the undersigned Mike Sookochoff, Executor, on or before March 15, 2013, after which date the Estate’s assets will be distributed, having regard only to the claims that have been received.

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Nelson Star Valentine’s Day contest

Who can capture the best kiss in the Kootenays?

WHAT’S HAPPENING?

SUBMITTED Special to the Nelson Star

With Valentine’s Day approaching, the Nelson Star is holding a contest for you to show your love for our town and that special someone in your life.

Participants in our “Kissing in the Kootenays” competition will upload a picture of themselves and their sweetie kissing in front of a local landmark.

Take your digital camera up Pulpit Rock, to Whitewater Ski Resort, the waterfront — or anywhere else around town — and get a photo of you kissing your partner, child, pet or friend. Then upload the shot on our Facebook wall at facebook. com/nelsonstarnews and start spreading the word to get your friends to “like” the picture.

The person whose picture has the most “likes” by noon on Valentine’s Day will win a $100 gift certificate to All Season’s Cafe and flowers from Bella Flora.

The Nelson Star will also print some of the submitted photos in the paper.

To post a photo on our Facebook wall click over to our Facebook page (facebook.com/nelsonstarnews) and “like” our page. Then find the text box where you would Continued from Page 8 in Nelson. Its goal is giving Aboriginal people the skills needed to create their own jobs and build capacity in local communities.

The program, presented to over 1,500 people in 85 communities, has generated many successful businesses including restaurants, heavy equipment operators, cycle shops, fishing charters, tutors, catering, native art, furniture manufacturer, lawn care, first-aid trainers, computer recycling, tour-guiding, giftshop, website developer and home maintenance businesses. Wow! Nelson resident Bruce Lacroix is the provincial coordinator of BEST and created the training program and will be facilitating the Nelson course. He says anyone identifying as Aboriginal is welcome and all skill levels will

A Fundraiser for the

Location: SpiritBar at the Hume Hotel

Preregistration is required. Groups will be divided into age categories. For more info or to register, go to pathwaylifecoaching.com or call Deb Burnett 250.509.0273 Hosted by:

Nelson Star editor Bob Hall gets the ball rolling on the “Kissing in the Kootenays” contest with his only sure bet for love and affection, his dog Berkley. Post your kissing photos on our Facebook page and see how many likes you can get.

Sam Van Schie photo

write a comment and select the “photo/video” icon above the box. Click “attach a photo” then use the browse button to find the photo on your computer.

Click “post” to send the photo to our wall. After the photo is posted, you can tag yourself in it and use the share function to

post it to your own wall and start collecting likes.

The Nelson Star reserves the right to remove photos we deem inappropriate for our audience.

The contest starts now. So, get that photo and start collecting your likes!

benefit. Expect a wide variety of guest speakers to round out the training. Graduates then have the unique opportunity to apply to a loan program set up just for best participants and take part in a Dragon’s Den-type business competition in Vancouver in March, all expenses paid.

The free program will be offered in mid-February in partnership with Community Futures. Anyone interested in finding out more is invited to a free information session on January 30 at Community Futures (514 Vernon Street).

ing payment is past due and threaten that non-payment will affect your credit rating.

This distracts from the fact that the invoices are fake and are for goods or services you haven’t ordered or received.

For example, you might be sent an invoice for a domain name that is very similar to your current domain name or for a small amount of stationery. The scammer hopes that you don’t notice the difference and just pay the invoice.

Make sure the employee paying your invoices checks that a purchase order has been raised before they pay any invoice. Report any bogus invoice schemes to the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre: antifraudcentre.ca.

It turns out scams are big business too. The Better Business Bureau warns of this that is on of the top 10 scams: The “pretender scheme” is when scammers send an invoice or bill requesting payment for goods or services. These invoices try and scare by stat-

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Hens & Bees

Open House Wednesday January 30, 2013 6:30pm - 9:00pm presentations from 7:00 - 7:30 pm @ City Hall - Council Chambers 2nd Floor - 310 Ward Street

We are seeking community feedback on the possibility of permitting the keeping of hens and bees within the City. Currently neither the keeping of hens nor bees are permitted.

This is an opportunity for information to be shared and feedback provided. The regional Apiary (Bee) Inspector and a local expert on bear issues will be making presentations.

For more information, please visit: www.nelson.ca Questions? email: development@nelson.ca phone: 250-352-8260

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Jan 24th - Zion I with Guests Jan 25th - Chili Tom & Kori K Whistler Jan 26th - JFB Feb 1st- Longwalkshortdock with RIM Visuals Feb 2nd - Sweatshop Union Feb 8th - Bobby C Sound A/V Set Feb 9th - Electro Swing Club Feb 14th - Garden of Love Valentine’s Burlesque Show Feb 15th - Humans w/Shyness of Strangers, DJ Lucie Tic Feb 16th - Parker Feb 19th - Vinnie Paz & Ill Bill as Heavy Metal Kings Feb 22nd - The Librarian Bass Music with Soul

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Community Organizations Nelson and District Arts Council is holding the first ideas/planning session for ArtWalk 2013 (the 25th anniversary edition!) at the Chamber of Commerce Board Room on Wednesday, January 23 from 7 to 9 p.m.

Come share your ideas and get involved.

Play table tennis Wednesdays (school holidays/events excluded) at the Blewett elementary school, from 5:30 to 7 p.m. There is a $2 drop-in fee. For information phone Karl Rosenberg: 250352-5739.

Al-anon meetings are held Wednesdays from noon to 1 p.m. at the Cellar, 717 Vernon Street, and on Fridays from 8 to 9 p.m. at 601 Front Street in the basement. For more information about the Cellar meetings contact Norma at 250-352-3747 and for the Front Street meetings contact Sharon at 250-352-7333.

The Nelson Technology Club hosts a Hackerspace Wednesdays, 6 to 8 p.m., at their new location in the annex building at Selkirk College Tenth Street campus.

Hackerspace is a place to talk about technology with people who understand what you are talking about.

Join Walk in Peace, a silent ‘circle walk’ beginning at Lakeside Park gates on Thursday, January 24 from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. Walk at your pace, alone or together.

Come and go as you wish.

Explore the steps you take in your life and world.

Try speed dating at Spiritbar on Friday, January 25 at 8 p.m. The registration fee is $25, with proceeds going to the Kootenay Lake Hospital Foundation. To register call Deb at 250-509-0273.

Kootenay Kiltie Pipe Band

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presents Burns Night on Saturday, January 26 beginning at 5:30 p.m. at Eagle Hall, 641 Baker Street. The night will feature entertainment, traditional Burns Night faire, bagpipes, drums and dancing. Dinner will be served at 6:30 p.m. Tickets $28 or $14 for children under 10.

Reservations required. Call Heather at 250-825-9418 to book your spot.

The winter edition of The Locavores’ Feast is Saturday, January 26 at the Vallican Whole Community Centre, 3762 Little Slocan River Road. Doors open at 5 p.m., supper is at 6 p.m.

Nelson Nordic Ski Club hosts a full moon ski on Saturday, January 26 from 7 to 10 p.m. Bring a headlamp and friend. There will be a bonfire and hot dogs to roast at the Euphrates Shelter. Non-members welcome.

Night ski rates apply.

The Nelson Civic Theatre Society is throwing the doors open to the Civic-curious on Sunday, January 27 from 3 to 6 p.m. Those who haven’t been in the theatre since the last time the projector rolled will want to see the space now: how far we’ve come, where we’ve yet to go, and all about opportunities to help.

Annual winter Rail Trail Ski Day is Sunday, January 27 from noon to 2 p.m. This year the bonfire and refreshments will be found at about two kilometres north of the Passmore trailhead.

Nelson Public Library is holding its first Teen Book Club. Join us Wednesday, January 30 at 3:30 for a discussion of our first book, The Hunger Games. Snacks, provided. Free. We have some copies to borrow! Contact Joanne at jharris@nelson.ca or 505-5683 for more information.

Teck Kootenay Cup series event No. 5 will be at Nelson Nordic Ski Club, Sunday January 27. Register at zone4.ca

by January 25 to take part in this cross country ski race.

All ages and ability levels welcome.

West Kootenay Francophone Association winter carnival Friday, February 1 at Trafalgar middle school beginning at 7 p.m. Celebrate the season like they do in Quebec. All are welcome.

Workshops Every Saturday at 10 a.m., Ellison’s Market offers free workshops. The topic for Saturday, January 26 is “Chicken 101.” Thinking of raising chickens? Everything you need to know for raising chickens; from meat birds to egg layers.

Every Friday, Community Threads meets at Nelson and District Women’s Centre from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Come learn to knit, crochet, spin, embroider and make rag rugs. On Wednesdays, Community Threads offers quilting lessons from 9 a.m. to noon at the same location.

Women of all ages welcome.

Call 250-551-4951 for info.

The youth empowerment discussion series continues at the Nelson and District Youth Centre on Thursday, January 24. Youth workers from ANKORS and the Nelson and District Youth Centre will be facilitating discussions on STIs, HIV and sexual health. The workshop goes 7 to 9 p.m. Youth ages 13 to 25 are invited to attend.

Nelson Hospice is offering a six week grief support series for adults who have lost someone through death at any time. The series runs Thursdays from noon to 2 p.m. beginning January 24.

Registration required. For information contact nelson-

hospice@netidea.com or 250-352-2337

Fundraisers Investors Group Walk for Memories to raise awareness and funds for the Alzheimer Society of BC is Sunday, January 27 at the Nelson and District Community Complex. Registration at 9 a.m., walk starts at 10 a.m.

Pre-register online at walkformemories.com.

Casting call Actor casting call for Nelson Youth Theatre production of Alice in Wonderland.

Youth actors will rehearse one or two afternoons a week from February to April. Beginners are welcome to join Nelson Youth Theatre’s keen, fun group of returning cast members. For more info contact jeff@forstmedia.ca.

Call for submissions Touchstones Nelson is accepting submissions for its inaugural Members’ Show and Sale. This juried exhibition is aimed at supporting and celebrating artwork by museum members. Work in all mediums is encouraged. For detailed submission guidelines, visit touchstonesnelson.ca/exhibitions.

All submissions must be received by Tuesday, February 5, at 5 p.m. For more information, email exhibitions@ touchstonesnelson.ca or call Rod Taylor or Jessica Demers at 250-352-9813.

Announcement Nelson Knights of Columbus are accepting nominations for Nelson’s 2012 Citizen of the Year. Nomination papers are available at City Hall (2nd floor administration office), Sonja’s China Cabinet and Nelson Chamber of Commerce. Deadline for nominations is February 28 at 4 p.m. The winner will be selected by a panel of judges. For information contact Bob Tremblay 250-825-9204.

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Theatre

The Nelson Play Reading Series continues on January 25 with a reading of 12 Angry Men by Reginald Rose, directed

by Bessie Wapp. Readings are at the Old Church Hall, 602 Kootenay Street, at 8 p.m. Tickets are $12.

Ballet Jörgen Canada presents Swan Lake at the Capitol Theatre on Thursday, January 31 at 8 p.m. Artistic director Bengt Jörgen has revised the classical and dramatic Swan Lake, adding a hint of Canadian heritage, as is often a sign of his work. Tickets are sold out.

Comedy

Four international headlining comedians have come together to go snowboarding during the day and do comedy shows at night. Arj Barker (Dave from the HBO sitcom Flight of the Conchords), Just for Laughs winner Dan Quinn, Edinburgh nominee Pete Johansson and Craig Campbell will be at the Capitol Theatre on Tuesday, January 29. Tickets are $30 or $15 for students, available through the Capitol Theatre box office and online at capitoltheatre.bc.ca.

THE CHANGE AGENTS Movie This locally produced gem is back by popular demand!

SATURDAY FEBRUARY 2nD 7pm & 9pm Capitol Theatre Students/seniors $8 Adults $10 See the trailer: www.thechangeagents.net

Talent Competitions

Nelson’s Best Singer semi-finals and finals will be held February 7 at the Capitol Theatre. Sixteen local singers ages 14 to 49 will compete for the local title and a chance to advance to the Kootenay championship. Tickets available through the Capitol Theatre Box Office.

The third annual Mr. Nelson contest is Saturday, February 16 at Finley’s Irish Pub. Nine local men will compete for the title. Tickets are $15 each or two for $25, available at Finley’s and at 103.5 The Bridge (312 Hall Street).

Visual Art

Rescue – My Landscape, a mixed media installation by Calgary-based artist Lylian Klimek is at Oxygen Art Centre until February 9. Admission is free.

Oxygen Art Centre, located at 320 Vernon Street (alley entrance), is open Wednesday to Saturday from 1 to 5 p.m.

Film

FLIKS hosts a screening of Chasing Ice at the Capitol Theatre on Wednesday, January 23 at 7:30 p.m. In Chasing Ice,

photographer James Balog deploys revolutionary time-lapse cameras to capture a multi-year record of the world’s changing glaciers. This screening is a fundraiser for the West Kootenay Eco Society. There will be a panel after the film to discuss the issues. Admission for this special event is $20.

Eleos Centre Ministries presents a screening of The Pink Room on Saturday, January 26 at 7 p.m. at the Nelson Covenant Church, 702 Stanley Street.

The film is about girls in Cambodia who were victims of sex slavery. The public event is a fundraiser for Kone Kmeng, a Cambodia-based charity that is working to end human trafficking and sex slavery in that country.

The Earth Matters Zero Waste Youth Project is proud to host a screening of The Clean Bin Project. The film screening will take place on Monday, January 28 from 7 to 10 p.m. at the Nelson and District Youth Centre. Admission is free and snacks will be provided.

The Change Agents, a feature length motion picture produced by students at L.V. Rogers secondary school, will be screening at the Capitol Theatre on Saturday, February 2 at 7 p.m. and 9 p.m.

Tickets available through the Capitol Theatre box office.

Music

The LV Rogers Grad Class of 2013 bottle drive SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 9 starting at 10:00am. If you have bottles you would like to donate or for more information call (250) 551-1777

Tickets are $5 to $10 sliding scale at the door. Doors open 8 p.m. Show starts at about 9 p.m.

Ellison’s Cafe Acoustic Unplugged Sessions features four singer songwriters on Saturday January 26. Spoon Castro opens at noon followed by Junipuur Jupiter at 12:30. Kyla Hanna from Salmo is in for the second hour and Emaline Delapaix, an Australian singer songwriter who lives between rural Western Canada and Germany will close.

Nelson Overture Concerts Society presents Allison Girvan on January 26, 8 p.m. at the Capitol Theatre. Joining her on stage will be pianist Christoph Martens, upright bassist Mark Spielman and violinist Don Macdonald. Tickets are sold out.

Electric Wednesdays with Estevan at The Royal on January 23. Take your turn in the spotlight, or enjoy the music of those who do, at one of the Kootenay’s best open stages. Starts 8:30 p.m.

UK turntablists JFB comes to Spiritbar on Saturday, January 26. Bryx will open the show. Doors at 10 p.m. First 100 tickets $15, and the rest will be $20, available at the Hume Hotel.

Singer-songwriter Jen Hajj is on tour from San Diego, California and will be making a stop in Nelson on Wednesday, January 23 at Expressions, 554 Ward Street. Showtime is 7:30 p.m. and tickets are $10 at the door or in advance by calling 250-354-3910.

The Royal presents Rain Dogs, a tribute to Tom Waits, on Saturday, January 26.

Doors open at 8 p.m. and the show starts around 9 p.m. Tickets are $10 at the door.

Zion I is a hip hop duo from Oakland, California, consisting of producer/DJ Amplive and MC Zumbi. They’re known for futuristic production techniques, using a mix of live instrumentation and samples, and positive and socially conscious lyrics.

They come to Spiritbar on Thursday, January 24. Doors at 10 p.m. Tickets are $15 in advance at the Hume Hotel or $20 at the door. Shows sold out all three times Zion I has come to Nelson.

Chili Tom and Kori K come to Spiritbar on Friday, January 25. Doors at 10 p.m.

Ticket details at the Hume Hotel.

The Royal presents Prince Edward and the Islands on Friday, January 25. This is a local crew set to keep you dancing and smiling with their mix of old and new cover tunes. This night will also feature music from the Charlie Jacobson Band, Cosmic Palace and Andrew Parkhouse.

The Royal presents The Tequila Mockingbird Orchestra on Thursday, January 31. Emerging as one of Canada’s most exciting young multi-genre roots band, The Tequila Mockingbird Orchestra’s faithful underground following has expanded to national awareness and has seen them playing festivals and stages across Canada and the US. Tofu Stravinsky will open the show. Doors open at 7 p.m. and the show starts around 8:30 p.m. Tickets are $10 at The Royal, Urban Legends, The Music Store and liveattheroyal.com Longwalkshortdock plays Spiritbar with Rim Visuals on Friday, February 1.

Longwalkshortdock performs live PA with live vocals, synthesizers, drum machines, guitar, effects, toys, computers and even some of his own strobes and lighting.

Doors at 10 p.m. Ticket information at the Hume Hotel.

The Royal presents Bocephus King on Friday, February 1. This enigmatic

Vancouver native is known for his own distinct sound which skirts so effortlessly between blues, alternative country, traditional songwriting and modern aesthetics. Tickets are $10 and available at the door or online at liveattheroyal.com Doors open 8:30 p.m.

Sweatshop Union will be at Spiritbar on Saturday, February 2. On tour to support their fourth album, Water Street, this Vancouver hip hop group is known for conscious lyrics, highly musical beats, and high energy live shows. Tickets are $10. Doors at 10 p.m.

Electro Swing Club Canada brings its feast of vintage retro vibes to Spiritbar on Saturday, February 9. ET Atomic Swing Band will be getting everyone nice and sweaty with real live grooves, while VJ Soph Aloof will bring some tasty original visuals to the table. Doors at 10 p.m. Ticket information at the Hume Hotel.

The Royal presents Shane Philip with special guests Ty West and Jesse Lee on Saturday, February 2. Tickets are $15, available at The Royal, Urban Legends, The Music Store and online at liveattheroyal. com. Doors open 8 p.m..

Humans return to Spiritbar on Friday, February 15 with The Shyness of Strangers. Doors open at 10 p.m. Tickets information at the Hume Hotel.

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At the Pub

Rock ‘n’ Roll bingo at Mike's Pub on Tuesdays, January 29. Bring your pals, your dabber and your good luck troll. January's bingo card sales go to the Nelson Food Cupboard. Cards are $2 each or $5 for three. Tickets go on sale at 8:30 p.m. and balls will be called at 9 p.m.

Join the Ymir Hotel’s country and bluegrass jam every Friday night. Things get going around 5 p.m. and wrap up around 9.

Steal away with the hoodlums! Come to the Dam Inn on Friday nights for some of your favourite tunes, a seafood special and other fine eats and drinks. Music by Pauline Lamb aka Molly Malone, Marvin Walker kickin’ the ol’ travellin’ case and Glen Martin of Tuques and Von Butcher fame on mandolin and the guitbox. Things get going at 8 p.m. Minors welcome.

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Cathy Robinson has been struggling to lose weight and get into better physical shape since her husband had heart health issues five years ago. They’ve been working on it together to no avail.

“We just get stalled all the time,” she says.

“We’ve never been able to accomplish what we want.”

The 56-year-old receptionist at Comishin & Astle Inc. has two grown kids. Robinson feels a slowing metabolism, something many women experience as they age, impedes her progress.

The winter season with its draw to comfort food and Christmas season goodies doesn’t help either.

Robinson hopes to lose 10 lbs during the six weeks she’ll participate in the Get Fit Challenge.

Ultimately, she’d like to lose more – maybe 50 lbs, and is looking for motivation to achieve

that goal. Being in the spotlight makes her a bit nervous, but she thinks it’s going to be the deciding factor in getting in shape.

“When the whole community is watching you, you’d better keep motivated or you’re going to be in trouble,” she says.

Robinson is going to be working out with Karin Bayoff at The Circuit and she’s happy and excited for the opportunity — but also a bit anxious.

“I really hope that I can carry through. When you watch these shows on television, like the Biggest Loser, and you see how hard those people work and how difficult it is, it’s a bit overwhelming but I’ll give it a shot,” she says.

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Tera De Vuono used to be quite active. Taking advantage of programs at the gym – mostly step classes, she kept in shape. Then her routine changed.

“I got busy with other things and I stopped going,” she says. “It’s one of those things where you say ‘I’ll get back to it’ but you never do.”

It’s a common story. Job and family come first, often leaving little time for much else. De Vuono has two teenaged children and works at the Nelson and District Credit Union as an accounting supervisor.

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“I am so excited about this. I think it’s fantastic.

It’s easy to say ‘I am going to do it’ but now I am committed to it,” she says.

At 42-years-old, De Vuono is interested in returning to her pre-lazy-days weight, but this isn’t her primary reason for entering the Get Fit Challenge.

“I definitely want to lose some weight but that’s not my main goal. I just want to tone my body and just get healthier and stronger,” she says.

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Natalia Skiba is the youngest contestant in the Get Fit Challenge. At 25-years-old, she says people her age struggle to attain fitness as well.

“Young people lose themselves in work and lifestyle just like anyone. Working out isn’t always a priority,” she says.

Skiba moved here three years ago to escape the big city bustle of Vancouver after coming to Nelson to visit her sister. Now, she holds down three jobs to contend with the high cost of living in the Queen City. When it comes to getting into shape, she lacks the financial resources and energy needed to get to a gym.

Skiba is excited for the opportunity to do oneon-one training at Renew Personal Fitness.

“It’s hard at the end of the day to motivate to go to the gym. This is a push in the right direction,” she says.“I am just so happy to be part of this.”

Snowboarding at Whitewater gets Skiba out this

winter but she feels it’s just not enough activity.

She believes being in better shape will benefit her technique on the hill and help her keep up with the crowd.

Her goal is to be healthy and fit – able to keep up with the Kootenay crowd as they ski and hike local mountains. Being more physically powerful will have a positive impact on her body image as well.

“I want to feel good about myself and be confident,” she says.

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“This is a neat opportunity to see that side of fitness too,” she says of the Get Fit Challenge.

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Entering into the competition, MacKay was inspired to put herself out there as a role model for her two children who will not only be seeing her get fit, but also set goals and work toward them.

“I have a seven-year-old son and a five-year-old daughter and I just love this opportunity for them to see how active a parent can be,” she says.

The busy 33-year-old teacher spends part of her time working at Redfish Elementary School and the rest helping at other schools around the district.

MacKay is motivated by the difference she expects to see in her physique. A personal trainer will facilitate making a change; something she feels will be invaluable. MacKay is going to be working out at Transcendent Fitness with Timm and Chelsea “I am pumped! I am really excited about this,” she says. “I can’t wait to see what I can get from this and how far I can go with it.”

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For Keith Page, getting fit is all about gaining strength for rugby – that and giving shoulder rides to his 12 nieces and nephews.

The 32-year-old founder of Green-Light Communications, bachelor and rugby player is keen to build on the fitness gains and weight losses he achieved during last summer’s rugby season. It was the first year that he really delved into the sport as more than just a passing hobby.

“I’d like to stabilize my core and build balance and endurance so I have great strength and control during games and increased endurance for running,” he says.

Page intends to lose 22 lbs through the Get Fit’s six-week challenge. A lofty goal, perhaps but his confidence will serve him well.

“I want to set goals and actually get to them,” he says.“I am really motivated so I think I have a good shot at actually doing this.”

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Large Group of Volunteers Heading to Cambodia Next Month

Pastor discovers depth of Nelson’s desire to help Nelson Star Reporter

When Rob Rolleman had the idea of bringing a few Nelsonites with him to volunteer in Cambodia, he thought he’d maybe find one or two people interested.

“Everyone just wants to do something to make life better for the children and youth who live in that environment.”

Pastor Rob Rolleman But after the Eleos Centre Ministries pastor showed a documentary about young women and girls that fall victim to human trafficking rings in that country, he had 15 people offer to make the trip.

“It really stirred people,” Rolleman said, referring to the film screening last October. “Everyone just wants to do something to make life better for the children and youth who live in that environment [in Cambodia].”

The group leaves next month and will work with

a Cambodia-based charity called Kone Kmeng (which means “children” in the Khmer language) to help educate youth in the boarder town of Phnom Penh who are at high risk of becoming involved in human trafficking.

Some of the group will go for four weeks, while others will just be there for the two weeks of spring break. While in Cambodia, they’ll be running a camp for 100 youth aimed at empowering them to be change makers in their own community, and they’ll build a boys dormitory at a school to make it easier for the boys to get an education.

There are also some nurses in the group who will offer health and hygiene education, while others will teach English communication skills.

“Everything is aimed at giving the kids options, so they don’t have to get into sex work as their only way to make money,” Rolleman explained.

Everyone in the group is paying their own way to get to Cambodia and collecting donations to cover the project costs, estimated at $9,500.

Chara Rigby, principal at Nelson Christian Com-

A group of 15 volunteers heads to Cambodia next month to help that country with issues stemming from human trafficking rings. To help raise funds for the projects to be undertaken, there will be a film night on Saturday.

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munity School, will be joining the group along with her 17-year-old daughter for the two weeks during spring break.

Rigby said she’s eager to make a small difference in the lives of the Cambodians she’ll work with.

“Living in a developed country where we have everything at our fingertips, it’s nice to have an opportunity to share something

with people less fortunate,” Rigby said.

Last spring break she went to Haiti to help out in that country.

“While you’re giving something of yourself, you also get so much back,” she said. “It’s just freeing to leave our busy lifestyle behind for awhile and go somewhere that the technology we have doesn’t seem to exist and every-

thing is just a little slower paced,” Rigby said. “I’m looking forward to just being able to talk to people in the street and making connections and forming friendships.”

As a fundraiser for their projects, Rolleman has organized a second documentary screening for Saturday at 7 p.m. in the Nelson Covenant Church, 702 Stanley Street. He’ll be

showing The Pink Room, which follows a girl forced into sex slavery in Cambodia who is determined to find a way out of it. Admission to see the film is by donation. A trailer of the film is available at thepinkroommovie.com.

Anyone interested in making a donation to the project can contact Rob Rolleman at the Eleos Centre, 250-352-0300.

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ylvia Crooks, author of Homefront and Battlefront: Nelson, BC in World War II, was inspired by Mitzi Hufty’s memories of the Civic Theatre in the last column — enough that she emailed some of the L.V. Rogers Class of ’56 and rounded up several good tales from her high school cohorts.

“My brother and I used to tap dance with Madam Attree’s Dance Studio productions between the first and second show at the Civic Theatre,” Sylvia writes from Vancouver. “I remember watching the end of the movie from the much elongated screen from backstage. This was in the ‘40s, during the war. I also remember when the price of a ticket to the Saturday matinee went up from 10 cents to 12 cents. We threatened to boycott.

But, alas, that would have meant missing the next installment of the serial!”

Anyone who’s been to a movie theatre lately knows that the price has gone up more than a hundredfold. This, with nary a young tapdancer in sight. Luckily, a theatre run by a non-profit society means tickets can be a little easier on the pocketbook, especially if you’re a member.

You’ll see some creative pricing on our February 23 movie night (what movie? shhh — it’s a secret).

Times were tough economically when the Civic was built in the 1930s. Nelson has typically been forward-thinking in economic downturns — think downtown revitalization on the heels of the closures of David Thompson University Centre and Kootenay Forest Products.

We know the way forward is a proactive one.

And through good times and tough times, folks have found escape in movies and the camaraderie in the shared experience, perhaps reliving

the action over a five-cent cone from Wait’s News. Then, as now, it was about friends and fun and forgetting, temporarily, the cares of the day. Worth it? You bet.

Lately, there’s been a lot of tapping going on at the theatre, although not of the shoe variety. On clean-up day, 40 people turned up to tap the dust out of nooks and crannies. Hammers have been tapping the ticket booth into shape and putting baseboards in place. The auditorium floor has been sanded for painting — which is the next thing, with paint crews starting soon. Volunteer@civictheatre.ca could put you in the action.

Then, as now, it was about friends and fun and forgetting temporarily, the cares of the day.

All this to get things in place for the open house on Sunday, January 27 from 3 to 6 p.m., where folks can see what’s been done, and where we have to go. There are as many ways to help get there as there are great memories, and we’ll tell you about them while you sit back with your popcorn in one of the new, comfortable chairs that just happen to be available to sponsor. Consider it edge-of-yourseat entertainment!

The open house is like another installment of a serial, like the ones Sylvia remembers: greatly anticipated and worth every penny. With each new installment in the transformation of the Nelson Civic Theatre into its future three-screen splendour, the story unfolds — and we all get to be a part of this movie.

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For the fourth year, the Nelson Lions Club has handed out its community grants which are primarily funded through the club’s investment in the Osprey Community Foundation.

The funds originated from a bequest to the club by the late Hillary Harper of Kootenay Bay. This year the Osprey investment resulted in over $6,000 being available for local organizations.

An additional $3,000 in grants was provided using funds raised by the club.

The Lions Club accepts applications for the community grants each year and a club committee assesses the applications and makes recommendations to the club for funds dispersal. All applications received this year were of a high calibre and the club thanks all organizations who took the time to apply for the grants.

This year’s Osprey funding grant recipients are: • West Kootenay Women’s Association was given $1,200 in support of the GAP Theater Workshop. This program for youth aged 14 to 19 uses theater exercises and discussion to explore important life questions.

• Nelson CARES Society received $400 to help support the Earth Matters Zero Waste youth group, which will work together to collect materials and equipment to help with do-it-yourself trash projects.

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granted $260 to assist funding youth programs.

• KidSport Nelson received $2,000, which will be used to support disadvantaged youth participating in local sports.

• Nelson and District Seniors Coordinating Society will use $1,800 to help offset the expense of providing many valuable services to seniors in our community.

• Nelson Synchronized Swim Club’s cheque was $340 to purchase a microphone and banner.

Additional grants provided by local Lions Club fundraising are: • Capitol Theatre got $1,000 in support of the 2013 Summer Youth Program. This program involves over 50 youth aged 11 to 18 and provides education in theatrical arts to local and regional youth.

• Nelson Civic Theatre Society was granted $1,000 to assist with testing for hazardous materials which is required prior to restoration activities.

• L.V. Rogers secondary school/Fort McPherson NWT youth exchange received $1,000 to assist with expenses.

The Nelson Lions Club is a small, but dynamic group which supports many individuals and groups in our community and around the world. If you are interested in being part of the club please contact Hope McRae at 250-352-6670 or email nelsonlions@hotmail.com. Learn more about the Nelson Lions Club by checking out the website: clubhouse.org/sites/nelsonbc/.

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Exchange with Northwest Territories School

L.V. Rogers students prepare for northern guests

The first in a series of stories

by L.V. Rogers students who are organizing and participating in an exchange with students from Chief Julius School in Fort McPherson, Northwest Territories.

HANNAH SACHS and ANNIE HARDY Special to the Nelson Star

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life-changing opportunity approaches quickly for us and 14 other L.V. Rogers Secondary School students. We will experience a different Canadian culture than most of us have ever seen before.

As the first part of an exchange, 16 students from Chief Julius School in Fort McPherson, Northwest Territories will arrive in Nelson on February 10. Most of these northern students have never even been outside of their region so this will be an amazing experience for both groups.

With support from teachers Jeff Yasinchuk and Tamara Martin, we have been frantically preparing for their arrival. We have had to do a lot of fundraising for the activities that they will participate in while visiting our hometown. Some of these

LVR students Annie Hardy (left) and Hannah Sachs.

activities include downhill skiing, connecting with local aboriginal people and a tour of Baker Street — to our guests we will feel like a big city!

Our first donation came from the Nelson and District Credit Union. They gave us $2,000 for a community banquet at the Hume Hotel, which will be held on the last night our guests will be here. Their very generous donation helped kick start awareness for this exciting experience and since then we have recieved many more donations. The banquet will be an opportunity for us to thank everyone who is helping to make this experience possible.

We have just received a

$3,000 grant from Columbia Basin Trust to put towards the making of a short documentary film on our experiences in this exchange. Amy Brohigian will guide us through the process of making the film. We want to show our film to the local community and possibly enter it into a couple of youth film festivals.

Later in the spring we will host a barbecue lunch fundraiser with help from Smokewood Barbecue for all the LVR students before we go to the north.

We are learning that what we are doing is not only important to us but of interest to the whole community. Thank you to EZ Rock, Kootenay Co-op Radio and The Bridge for inviting some of us on air to tell this story.

Also the Nelson Rotary Club has asked us to come into one of their meetings and do a little presentation, one short one before the northern students come and another one after the LVR students go up north. We are very excited to share our experience with the broader community.

We are all looking forward to the arrival of the Chief Julius students and thank you to everybody who has donated their time and money!

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Pair of Weekend Wins Keep Juniors On Top

Leafs maintain position BOB HALL Nelson Star Editor

The Nelson Junior Leafs survived a pair of close games over the weekend to remain in top spot in the Kootenay International Junior Hockey League.

The locals started the weekend with a 1-0 win against the Columbia Valley Rockies on Friday night at home and on Sunday afternoon travelled south to the Eagles Ice-ARena in Spokane for their second game of the weekend against the Braves.

Spokane opened the scoring in the first period when Matt Thurston beat Nelson starter Marcus Beesley just under eight minutes into the game.

With the Leafs on the powerplay late in the period, Dustin Reimer evened the score to send the teams into the dressing room tied at ones.

Despite outshooting the Braves 16-7 in the middle frame, it was the host team that managed the only goal when Dylan Tappe scored on the powerplay five minutes into the second.

With every point essential during the stretch drive to the playoffs in the evertightening Neil Murdoch Division, the Leafs came out determined in the final frame.

Rookie defenceman Cole Arcuri tied the score just over five minutes into the period and two minutes later Aaron Dunlap gave Nelson its first lead of the game.

With Reimer in the penalty box for cross checking, Thurston tied the score again with five minutes left in the game.

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League Standings

Neil Murdoch Division TEAM GP W L T OTL P Nelson 43 30 10 2 1 63 Castlegar 42 27 8 6 1 61 Beaver Valley 44 28 12 3 1 60 Spokane 42 12 25 3 2 29 Grand Forks 42 6 33 0 3 15 Eddie Mountain Division TEAM GP W L T OTL P Fernie 42 27 12 1 2 57 Golden 42 25 11 1 5 56 Kimberley 45 22 22 0 1 45 Columbia Val. 43 16 23 0 4 36 Creston Valley 43 15 22 0 6 36 Okanagan Division TEAM GP Kelowna 42 Osoyoos 44 Princeton 40 Summerland 41 Penticton 43

W 27 24 25 17 10

L 13 14 13 21 28

T 1 0 0 1 1

OTL P 1 56 6 54 2 52 2 37 4 25

Doug Birks Division TEAM GP W L T OTL P N. Okanagan 42 28 11 1 2 59 Sicamous 40 25 9 2 4 56 Revelstoke 40 21 15 3 1 46 Kamloops 44 14 24 2 4 34 Chase 42 9 28 3 2 23

RECENT RESULTS

FRIDAY, January 18 Columbia Valley 0 Nelson 1 Penticton 2 Fernie 4 Golden 4 Creston Valley 5 (OT) Princeton 2 Kelowna 6 Kamloops 3 Revelstoke 5 Summerland 0 Sicamous 6 Grand Forks 2 North Okanagan 5 Spokane 4 Beaver Valley 9 SATURDAY, January 19 Penticton 3 Kimberley 4 (OT) Beaver Valley 7 Spokane 4 Kelowna 7 Sicamous 1 North Okanagan 4 Chase 3 Grand Forks 3 Kamloops 8 Summerland 3 Revelstoke 4 Columbia Valley 4 Castlegar 9 Princeton 5 Osoyoos 9 SUNDAY, January 20 Nelson 4 Spokane 3 Penticton 3 Creston Valley 4 (OT) Revelstoke 3 Sicamous 5 Grand Forks 3 Chase 2 Osoyoos 4 Kelowna 5 (OT)

Nelson Junior Leafs forward Dustin Reimer powers around a Columbia Valley defender during Friday night’s action at the Nelson and District Community Complex. The Leafs won 1-0.

Kirsten Hildebrand photo

Needing the two points to stay ahead of the surging Castlegar Rebels and Beaver Valley Nitehawks, James Sorrey played hero on the afternoon beating Braves goalie Matt Zenzola with just over four minutes left to play. The Leafs held on for the 4-3 win.

On Friday night the Leafs won another tight one in front of an international crowd at the Nelson District Community Complex.

The crowd, including a crew of 51 international students with their host families and friends, had to wait until the second period for scoring. After an evenly matched first, the Leafs put on the pressure in the second and outshot the Rockies 17 to 8. The only goal of the game came from Kyler Wilkinson

from Dustin Reimer and Linden Horswill at 8:38.

Teams were disciplined with only two penalties coming in the first period.

Rockies Racey Red Crow was charged with high-sticking at 15:37. And Leafs Linden Horswill went to the box for the same infraction at 5:10.

Leafs Marcus Beesley got first star of the game for his performance between the pipes. Kyler Wilkinson earned second star for the game winner and Stewart Pratt from Beaver Valley was third star.

For many attending International Student Night, this was their first hockey game.

The group of almost 100 makes this an annual event exposing students from Venezuela, Brazil, Germany,

Mexico, China and Korea to one of Canada’s favourite past times.

The pair of wins keeps the Leafs in top spot in the Neil Murdoch Division. Both Castlegar and Beaver Valley won both of their weekend games. The Rebels are currently riding a six-game winning streak and the Nitehawks a three-game winning streak.

The Leafs have a big home weekend coming up with three games. On Friday Spokane will travel to the Nelson and District Community Complex. The Leafs will also host the Grand Forks Border Bruins and Revelstoke Grizzlies on Saturday evening and Sunday afternoon.

- with files from Kirsten Hildebrand

Nelson Leafs Leaders

PLAYER Position Colton Schell Forward Linden Horswill Forward Connor Gross Forward Carson Willans Forward Seth Schmidt Defence Aaron Dunlap Forward Bryce Nielsen Forward

LEAFS HOCKEY

HOME FRI. JAN. 25th 7:00 PM vs.

Spokane Braves

HOME SAT. JAN. 26th 7:00 PM vs.

Grand Forks Border Bruins

HOME SUN. JAN. 27th 2:30 PM vs.

Revelstoke Grizzlies

Can’t get to the game? Listen on the webcast at www.nelsonleafs.ca

GP 43 41 37 42 41 40 34

G 21 11 20 13 10 13 14

A 36 29 18 25 22 12 10

P 57 40 38 38 32 25 24

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CELEBRATING MINOR HOCKEY IN NELSON

NELSON NOVICE INITIATION

NELSON JUNIOR NOVICE

(Back Row L-R) Greg Andrusak and Tim Mushmanski; (Middle Row L-R) Austin Vulcano, Brooke Robertson, Max Jean, Parker Hargreaves, Chase Colgour, Riley Andrusak, Conor Jackson, Larson Proctor, Jocelyn Mushumanski; (Front row L-R) Mitchell Erikson, Dax Dewar, Gunnar, Trayecen Barth, Sebastien Conne-Correnti, Ryder Mushynsky, Shae Anderson, Cash Nay. (Missing Coaches: Kevin Dewar, Eddy Vulcano, Scott Hargreaves Missing Players: Kale Gehrmann)

(Back row L-R) Craig Bennett, Anthony Maley, Adam Chochinov, Brad Ouchi; (Middle Row L-R) Mason Mackay, Kari Nystrom, Dane Jones, Evan Ouchi, Jesse Rey Chochinov, Myles Cousins; (Front row L-R) Imogen Maley, Wayland Dickson, Lexi Elias, Jonah Bennett, Jaden Hlookoff, Tyson Hutt, Nathan Jackman.

NELSON SENIOR NOVICE 2

NELSON SENIOR NOVICE 1

(Back row L-R) Duane Lehr ( assistant coach) Chris MacLean (coach) Mark Durocher (Trainer) Geoff Watts (assistant coach); (Middle row L-R) Bryce MacLean, Matthew Lehr, Nikko Lazier, Ryan Durocher, Levi Reynolds, Dylan Watts, Jamie Popoff-Hnatiuk, Dylan Moynes; (Front row L-R) Alexander Andersen, Owen Makortoff, Breanna St Thomas, Brady Stocks, Taylor Robertson, Tavish Cutler, Lucas McDonnell-Hoffert.

(Back row L-R) Coach Adam Mint and Brad Ouchi; (Middle row L-R) Jay Sauve, Jack Steer, Dylan Ewen, Mason Ouchi, Sam Orasuk, Owen Ditzel, Alicia Montpellier; (Front row L-R) Levi Mint, Jane Matheson, Laine Makortoff, Kyle Burgoyne, Simon Forrester, Arjun Bhabra, Ben Haydu.

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CELEBRATING MINOR HOCKEY IN NELSON

NELSON ATOM B

NELSON ATOM A

(Back Row L-R) Greg Andrusak (Coach), Dean Centrone (Asst Coach), Sandy Boyd (Trainer/ Safety), Jordan Barclay (Asst Coach), Lisa Upper (Manager); (Middle Row L-R) Noah Ens, Jack Centrone, Shelby Vulcano, Andy Loutit, Seamus Boyd, Drake Proctor, Devan Andrusak, Pax Arrowsmith, Jackson Cousins; (Front row L-R) Jack Barclay, Koby Upper, Rhett Hamilton, Matteo Faraguna, Creigh Bjarnason, Ben Thast, Bryce Sookro, Ethan Bennett, Matteo Mushumanski.

(Back row L-R) Matt Mint, Pete Quinn, Grant Anderson; (Middle row L-R) Kelton Forte, Nolan Dergousoff, Matt Erickson, Amran Bhabra, Joe Davidson, Reid Vulcano, Kai Simmonds, Nick Haydu; (Front row L-R) Brody Fillion, Carter Anderson, Callum Cutler, Kaleb Percival, Dylan Mowery, Mason Scott, Noah Quinn, Tyler Badger, Tenzin Mint.

NELSON PEE WEE HOUSE 1

NELSON PEE WEE HOUSE 2

(Back row L-R) Doug Curiston, Asst. Coach, Elijah Havers, Susan Lakeman, Manager, Noah Marsh, Tyler Lakeman, Bradey Sookero, Cody St. Thomas, Dan Bayoff, head coach, Blair Sookro, Martin Grill, Asst. Coach; (Front row L-R) Charles Curiston, Tyler Bayoff, Aedan Osika, Harley Command, Ethan Grill, Connor Comishin

(Back row L-R) Tim Mushumanski, Grant Anderson, Brett Anderson, Keanu Tromans, Ava Young, Felix McMillan, Jayden Dyck, Alex Liang, Chad Jones; (Front row L-R) Josh Marsden, Ben Price, Aiden Mushumanski, Charlene May, Allison Bendis, Emily Early.

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STRENGTHENING & SUPPORTING COMMUNITY SPORT. Congratulations teams!

CELEBRATING MINOR HOCKEY IN NELSON

NELSON PEE WEE REP

NELSON BANTAM HOUSE 1

(Back row L-R) Jeff Hunt (coach), Kiefer Barclay, Taylor Harrison, Jackson Herridge, Haley Elias, Erik Nystrom, Cody Barnes, Shayla Elias, Max Spielman, Allen Fillion (coach), Vince Vulcano (coach); (Front row L-R) Reece Hunt, Angus Paterson, Hudson Fillion, Brody Herridge, Reese Tambellini, Kyle Patton, Brenden Vulcano, Blake Markin-Hellekson, Mike Zarikoff.

(Back row L-R) Bob Hall, Doug Harrison, Jake Popoff, Curtis Van Zanden, Jordan Lane, Kyle Hall, Jeffery Kinakin, Benoit Thibault, Rick Lane, Roger May; (Front row L-R) Ben Kelsch, Chase May, Alek McMillian, Casey Harrison, Bryce Twible, Jesse Popoff, Joey Timmermans.

NELSON BANTAM HOUSE 2

NELSON BANTAM REP

(Back row L-R) Bob Hall, Iain Love, Spencer Zwick, Quin Hall, Brendan Martel, Curtis Young, Gilles Beauvais; (Front row L-R) Jaron Ivanisko, Andrew Falcone, Eamon Studer, Austin Stocks, Marco Falcone, Joel Aubert, Jesse Beauvais

(Back Row L-R) Kyle Mace, Ian Perreault, Andy Adam; (Middle Row (left to right) Avery Enns, Amit Bhabra, Justin Podgorenko, Aigne McGready-Bruce, Ryan MacDonald, Matthew Jones, Matthew Brind’Amour, Jaden Bennett, Jacob Shukin, Eric Brieter; (Front Row L-R) Jared Martin, Kaleb Comishin, Ben Woodward, Everett Hicks, Logan Hascarl, Logan Mengler, Jayden Maida, Taylor Cooper, Curt Doyle.

Proud supporters of Nelson Minor Hockey Thanks for another great season!

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CELEBRATING MINOR HOCKEY IN NELSON

NELSON MIDGET HOUSE 1

NELSON MIDGET HOUSE 2

(Back Row L-R) Coach Dave Grant, Andrew Woodward, Dylan Kiraly, Adam Twible, Blake Nicol, Jentry Bojey, Brenden Grant, Mike Crowder, Evan Isenor, Assistant Coach Rob Crowder; (Front row L-R) James Tucker, Eric Hurley, Will Tucker, Danny Marsden, Micah May, Lucas Raugust, Spencer Szabo, Brandon Jmayoff.

(Back Row L-R) Dylan Whiffen, Liam Butterfield, Gocean Perrot, Jacob Timmermans, Keaton Roch, Austin Meehan, Cole Sutherland; (Front Row left to right) Chris Butterfield (coach), Braeden Zarikoff, John Katountas, Braelyn Patton, Cam Shukin, Jayln Schmunk, Jacob Gregorich, Jayden Wasney, Cosmo Rich, Mclain Sandeveland (Trainer). Missing Greg Markholm and assistant coach Glenn Sutherland.

KOOTENAY WILDCATS

KOOTENAY MIDGET AAA ICE

(Back row L-R) Justine Theilker (assistant coach), Lindsay Swanson, Jenna Wheeldon, Jesse Cooper, Stephanie McAuley, Kimberley Huisman, Allissa Marchand, Kira Streliev, Adrianne Erichsen, Keegan Paterson, Carey Fisher (coach); (Front row L-R) Morgan Flynn, Jessica Harris, McKayla Yuris, Erin McLean, Cori Anne Huisman, Denomie Vockeroth-Fisher, Ashlee Herridge, Anjela Szabo, Lauren Biggs.

(Back row L-R) Ryan Neil, Nolan Percival, Kane Roberts, Trevor Van Steinburg, Sam Weber, Michael Viala; (Middle row L-R) Daine Elphicke, Mario DiBella (Head Coach), Tristan Pagura, Coy Prevost, Kyle Hope, Brenden Smith, Jeremy Lucchini, John Skeet, Austin Tambellini, Sean Dooley (Assistant Coach), Corey Viala (Trainer); (Front row L-R) Harrison Whitlock, Greyson Reitmeier, Brandon Sookro, Justin Post, Lucas Peters, Adam Maida.

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Practice Facility Found in Old Extra Foods Building

Derby Girls get new space member Teressa Hodsall says a bigger space will open up new opportunities to develop the teams outside of the regular season.

“It’s great news for the league, we’ve never had a space big enough for multiple teams to practice together,” said Hodsall, who skates under the name Malice Cooper.

“We’ll be able to hold inter-city bouts, host training camps and referee clinics,

SAM VAN SCHIE Nelson Star Reporter

West Kootenay Roller Derby has plans to put the vacant Extra Foods building to use.

The five-team league, which includes the Nelson Killjoys, is in the process of fixing the place up to use as a roller derby venue for practices and inter-league scrimmages.

Currently the Killjoys practice in the Trafalgar Middle School gym, but league

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PROFESSIONALS Henry Moscalenko

Q A

Is there a discipline you would recommend for a total fitness of body-mind?

Yes, without thinking too much – Martial Arts. In its true, classical sense and not only as a fighting and people-hurtin’ sport.

With its path of self-discovery, combat and fitness as well as psychological and spiritual conditioning.

Having a background of some 25 years in martial arts, it is only natural for us to incorporate the experienced approach into our practice of personal and group training.

On this note, by the way, starting Monday, January 21st, we are offering small-group and personal classes in, what we call, ‘Street Fitness & Self-defense’. For any age or physical shape.

These classes specifically cover breathing, stretching; developing confidence, shape, power, speed and agility; using your body as a fighting tool in real situations; learn to defend against knives and sticks; functional ‘street gymnastics’; effortless running; meditation and relaxation. Also includes instantly applied education on proper nutrition and self-healing.

If our approach is not for you, or you would like to do go it yourself without the help of a live trainer, Tony Horton’s P90X and recent TapouT XT are highly recommended to research. These programs educate and encompass a wide variety of disciplines and come in convenient kit that includes video and printed material. You might find your favorite direction or, like us, mix it all up to keep things interesting.

Most important of all, though, get out of your shell and start developing and challenging yourself as a mufti-dimensional human being. This is when life really becomes fun and you will realize the amazing body-mind you possess. To inquire about and register for ‘Street Fitness and Self-defense’ please contact us. Your first session is always free, so come try it out!

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I find that people ask me this question fairly often and there isn’t a “one liner” I can give to answer it. The answer is multi faceted, and requires much consideration to cover all the bases.

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Realtors® have the tools at their disposal to market your property effectively & reach a wider group of potential buyers.

Realtors® can conduct a thorough Market Evaluation of your property & have the ability to screen potential buyers to see if they are qualified to buy your home.

Realtors® have the skills to create a binding contract and keep the deal on track; while avoiding emotional attachments during the negotiating process. We make ourselves available beyond 9am-5pm, to work for your best interests. Statistics provided by the Canadian Real Estate Association show that people who try and sell their own home, end up using a Realtor® in the end, & sell faster and for more money.

When you require dental work; you go to your Dentist, when your vehicle needs work; you take it to your Mechanic, and when you want to buy or sell your home; it’s in your best interest to do this with your Real Estate Professional. If you don’t have a Realtor®; find one that suits you and remember that in the end; it is money well spent to help you navigate your way through the biggest investment you have.

Contact me at: christine@christinepearson.ca, or, 250-505-8015, I’m happy to help.

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I’m Single, is home ownership the right option for me?

These days more and more Canadians are becoming homeowners on their own.

Whether they are content singletons, or have been there, done that and are content to do it on their own, solo home ownership is on the rise. One in four Canadians who bought a home in 2011 and 2012 were single, according to a study conducted by Genworth Financial.

Here are some tips for the single person considering home ownership: Figure out what you can afford.

This should be the first step for any homebuyer. The best way is to speak with a Mortgage Broker and get pre-approved for a mortgage – you’ll get a good idea of what you can afford, a good idea of the process along with a competitive rate guarantee for a set period.

Increase your down payment by putting your RRSP’s to work sooner.

The homebuyers plan allows first time homebuyers to use $25,000 from their RRSP to buy or build a home.

Ask yourself if a rental suite is a good strategy for you.

For some homeowners a rental suite is a great way to add income that can be put directly back into their home for capital improvements or to use towards their mortgage which ultimately shorten the time it takes to pay it off. Those people considering this option should ask themselves if they are ready to take on the responsibilities of being a landlord.

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Is That House a Lemon?

Here are a few clues for determining a house’s overall quality before you commit to the cost of hiring a Home Inspector:

Foundation Cracks: When you arrive at a house, take a walk around the outside. Cracks around the foundation could be caused by settling, freezing/thawing, or soil expansion. Condtions like a crack that is wider at the top is a clue that one part of the house is staying still while another part is pulling away.

Sagging Roof: Take a look at the roof from a distance. You can generally see a sagging roof with your eyes. It sags because it’s bearing too much weight. An example would be too many layers of shingles piled one on top of the other. A sagging roof can even be traced to an underlying foundation problem.

Stains on wall or ceiling surface: A water mark on the ceiling could mean a leak.

Black or green dirt on the wall could be mold or mildew. Water stains and mold are both caused by moisture penetration into the house structure. Check for signs of bubbling paint, soggy drywall or signs of repairs.

Sloping floor: House floors are very often not level, especially in houses more than 40 years old. A sloping floor may mean sign of house movement. A simple test can be done by placing a marble on the floor to see if it rolls. If there is any bounce that can indicate failing supports. Ridges under a carpet may be your clue to a crack or break in the concrete slab.

Failed roof covering or exterior siding: When you walk around the outside of the house, look for openings in seams of exterior siding and under roof covering, also called soffits. Openings could be caused by mechanical damage or improper building practice. Look for rotten wood, cracked bricks, indented vinyl, broken stucco and damaged aluminum for clues of failed siding.

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Do you complain? Do you even know when you are?

Spend a day or two and really examine how many conversations contain whining, gossiping, complaining or criticism. My challenge to you is to commit to not doing any of these for a minimum of 2 weeks. Not because these things aren’t “nice” – this isn’t about being nice. It’s about 3 more important reasons than that.

• Complaining puts your attention on the problem. Your attention is the most powerful resource you have at any given moment. As the old saying goes “Energy Flows Where Attention Goes”. Do you seriously want all your lovely delicious energy focused on something negative?

Focusing on problems and then talking them over and over again sends a continual stream of energy to something that isn’t working. Stop!

• Complaining and gossiping are easy socially accepted ways of staying stuck, distracted and fragmented. Think about it, you are focused on a project or a work out and a friend comes up and starts – “Did you hear?

Then they did this and I thought it was dumb, and what on earth was she wearing?” So now your attention has fragmented, you have allowed yourself to get sucked into a negative story and you aren’t putting your energy into your project or workout. Sure you can say - there are things in my life that suck at the moment. However, focusing on your current unhappiness or situation and complaining won’t create a better reality. Stop!

• Complaining pretty much says “I’m a victim, I’m a victim.” Starting today you are no longer a victim okay? In the words of T. Harv Eker “You can be a victim or you can be rich, but you can’t be both. Listen up! Every time, and I mean every time, you blame, justify, or complain, you are slitting your throat.”

So for the next 2 weeks none of the above okay? Remember complaining just puffs up your ego. Letting go of complaining tells your ego that you are in charge. So let’s look for solutions and make some changes.

Ready?

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Continued from Page 24 and even just have a regular place hold our board meetings.”

Extra Foods closed last May and the Kootenay Co-op now owns the property and plans to eventually tear down the former grocery store to make way for a new mixed use development.

But that won’t happen before the end of the 2013 roller derby season, which will get underway with practices starting in early February and regularseason bouts starting in the spring.

The derby girls are eager to get their new space up to snuff.

There are 600 floor tiles needed to fill in holes where there used to be freezers and cold cases in the store.

“We’re hoping to have the tiles donated from local businesses or anyone who has mismatch tiles in their basement.

They don’t have to be pretty, as long as they’re the right size,” Hodsall said, noting the tiles should be 12”x 12” and 1/8” thick.

The league is also looking for donated couches, chairs, tables, rugs — anything to make the

space a little more hospitable.

They also need water jugs because there’s no running water in the building.

Anyone with something to donate can email Hodsall at teressa.hodsall@gmail.com to arrange a time to drop-off the items, or have them picked up from your home.

The girls will start skating in the building on February 1, even if it means skating around the holes in the tiles.

For updates from the roller derby league, check out its Facebook page, facebook.com/ wkrollerderby.

MacLeod gets call-up BOB HALL Nelson Star Editor

Nelson’s Alex MacLeod played in his first East Coast Hockey League game over the weekend.

The power forward signed a two-game contract with the ECHL’s South Carolina Stingrays. The 25-year-old MacLeod headed south in the fall in an attempt to crack the Stingrays’ roster for the 2012-13 season. A glut of players in the minors due to the NHL lockout made competition stiff and MacLeod was

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How can you tell when you are stressed?

We all experience stress at some time in our lives, for some it is daily, others weekly and even others monthly. How we handle our stress is what can make us healthy or unhealthy.

Do you identify with anything on this list?

- fatigue - anxiety - depression - headaches - sweaty palms - dry mouth - difficulty concentrating - forgetfulness - difficulty making decisions - back pain - ringing in ears - allergies - frequent colds - heartburn - problems sleeping All of these are signs and symptoms of stress. Although most of us can relate to more than one of the items listed, it only takes one to affect the body in negative ways.

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What causes numbness and tingling in my forearms, and how can I treat it?

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Nerve pain along with symptoms of numbness and tingling in the feet or hands which may spread upward into the legs and arms, burning pain, a sharp or electrical pain, and extreme sensitivity to touch can have a number of causes. This can result from traumatic injuries and repetitive strain, nerve compression, infections, vitamin deficiencies, and autoimmune diseases. According to Traditional Chinese Medicine, this type of pain and dysfunction is caused by a blockage or lack of qi and blood circulation. If qi and blood don’t flow properly, it prevents the tissues from receiving nourishment and can lead to pain and functional problems. Acupuncture treatment typically will involve both local points to treat the meridians affected and the symptoms experienced, combined with points for strengthening and building up the body to augment qi-energy and blood.

Acupuncture shows promising results for those suffering from nerve pain. Studies have demonstrated that acupuncture may help to improve nerve conduction, and the World Health Organization recognizes acupuncture as a useful therapy for such neurological symptoms.

Acupuncture often brings immediate relief - especially when there is pain, though it will likely take a series of treatments for the feeling and strength to come back completely and for the body to stay in balance, providing lasting effects. How often or how long treatment should proceed will be individual. For more info on acupuncture and herbal therapy visit www.nelsonacupuncture.com

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What does PEACE mean to you?

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PEACE is a five letter word that means something different to many different people.

On March 20, 2013, the vernal equinox, Kootenay Times quarterly magazine will explore the topic of PEACE in it’s myriad dimensions.

And as always we look to the public to comment.

If you have read the Times then you will know that we specialize in short hard hitting articles about topics that plenty of the mainstream media woodn’t touch with a ten foot Maypole. Where once writing and publishing articles was the honour of a very few fortunate souls, modern media allows every single person who is able to push a button to be published having there words and ideas forever recorded for the world to share.

As we all know, the revolution that is taking place is revolving even faster because of alternative media… be it print, radio, television or Facebook, Youtube, Vimeo and Twitter, the public now has the power to change perception with the click of a mouse…

In the upcoming issue we will not only expose PEACE but also unearth the meaning of Spring and the plethora of topics related to this most awakening of seasons. From Gerrard Rainbows pine beetles to coffee roasters to roller coasters, Kootenay Times needs your voice to harmonize our chorus. February 21 is the last day for submissions and if you are unable to write short articles then send a big long one and we will happily edit it and still throw the long version on the Kootenay Times’ website. But length in this case is not the issue rather what it’s about.

So write 20 words or 200, the main thing is “ you write. “ Kootenay Times publishes 5 000 copies every season. i.e. Spring Summer Fall Winter.

Our distribution now reaches from Creston to Cranbrook to Salmo to Kaslo to Slocan to Trail to Grand Forks. Because of our “ extra-dense “ editorial style and our irreverent stance in the new world order, The Kootenay Times not only hangs around the reader’s house for a long long time, our issues are now being collected. As technology takes over and actual writing diminishes in popularity, it is even more important for us all to make an effort and have our idea’s in print.

Join the revolution… write your article today…

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sent down to the Southern Professional Hockey League’s Columbus Cottonmouths. MacLeod has scored six goals and added nine assists during his 29 games in the American south.

MacLeod played with the Stingrays on Saturday night against the Florida Everblades at the Stingrays’ home arena in South Charleston before 4,057 fans. They lost 2-0. MacLeod and the Stingrays bounced back on Sunday with a 4-2 win.

MacLeod is now back in Charlotte.

If you are interested in participating in our next edition of Ask the Professionals contact Laura or Karen at 250-352-1890

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pearance, starting immediately, the Nelson Reflections synchronized swimming club is open

to all newcomers 10 to 18-years-old who can swim and want to be part of a team.

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The Nelson Star is running new crossword puzzles! The answer for Wednesday’s paper will be printed in Friday’s paper while the Friday answers will be published in Wednesday’s paper.

FOR RELEASE JANUARY 21, 2013

Los Angeles Times Daily Crossword Puzzle Edited by Rich Norris and Joyce Lewis

ACROSS 1 Furry foot 4 Sign of healing 8 Affectedly trendy 14 Earth Day prefix 15 Corn Belt state 16 Muzzleloading aid 17 Chinese dog with a blue-black tongue 19 Pierce with a point 20 Ward on TV 21 New York’s __ Island 23 26th of 26 24 NBA position 26 Doctor whom Captain Kirk calls “Bones” 29 Love, Italianstyle 31 Tot’s toy on a track 34 Doo-wop syllable 35 College football’s Famous __ Potato Bowl 37 Molecule parts 38 Adds color to 40 Cup edge 41 Sensitive spots 42 Texas A&M athlete 43 Port west of Paris 45 __-Caps: candy 46 “Make it snappy!”

48 Walks without going anywhere 50 Red giant in the night sky 51 “Sting like a bee” boxer 52 Chicken __ king 54 Winner’s gesture 57 A dime a dozen, e.g.

61 One-named Tejano singer 64 “Bottoms up!”

66 Pennsylvania home of Lafayette College 67 Steaks and burgers 68 Off-road ride, briefly 69 Mambo cousin 70 Pell-__: hastily 71 Dim sum sauce

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DOWN 1 Bench-presser’s pride 2 Aleve target 3 What daydreamers gather, metaphorically 4 [Not a typo] 5 Made logical sense 6 Troop truant 7 Cry like a baby 8 Big name in cooking oil 9 It’s often smoked 10 Little troublemaker 11 Victor at Little Bighorn 12 Swiss cheese feature 13 Nantes notion 18 City SSW of Dallas 22 Announcement while coming through the door 25 Divide in threes 27 By the seashore 28 Septi- plus one 29 End on __ note 30 Fruit-based chip dip 31 Tweet

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32 Broken mirrors, to some 33 __ buco: veal dish 34 Opp. of legato, in music 36 Shady spots 39 Helpful hints 44 Brittany or cocker 47 Largest city of the West Indies 49 Cosmo concern: Abbr.

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53 Rachel’s sister 55 SALT subject 56 Indian butter 58 “Got it!” cries 59 Longtime Yugoslav president 60 Green emotion?

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and Thursdays 4 to 6 p.m. at NDCC with registration deadline February 4. For more information go to nelsonreflections@ shaw.ca The Nelson Nordic Ski Club has a few upcoming events.

Always a hit is the full moon ski on January 26 from 7 to 10 p.m. with the Kootenay Cup on the following day January 27. For more information see nnsc.kics.bc.ca/. As for the user friendly Great Northern Rail Trail (aka Burlington Line): Huge thanks are due to Robyn Clark and Craig Sully for being the brains and brawn behind the trail grooming and to the RDCK and YVR volunteers who cleared, brushed, and repaired the line last fall from Cottonwood Lake toward Nelson.

Thanks to this line, those who want to ski free and/or ski with their dogs, have a place to go.

The Glacier Gymnastics Club is hosting the annual Judges Cup competition on Saturday from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. This event features athletes

Rep soccer registration closes on January 31.

from Trail, Kimberly and Nelson. Boys and girls age 6 to 18 will be competing at Recreational Performance, Competitive and Provincial levels. The club is also holding its AGM January 30 from 6 to 8:30 p.m. at the club with child care arrangements at the NDCC pool at the same time. Children under seven must be accompanied by an adult. See glaciergymnastics.com The annual general meeting for the Kootenay Rhythm Dragons, Nelson’s local dragon boat team will be held at the Hume Hotel on January 30 at 6 p.m.

Contact Dorothy at 250-551-3104 for more information.

All women (not just cancer survivors) are most welcome.

Nelson Youth Soccer outdoor registration is currently open with a January 31

deadline for rep and March 1 for house.

Receive early-bird rates when registering before deadlines.

For more info go to nys.ca.

Last but not least, the Nelson Figure Skating Club is hosting the Kootenay Regional Figure Skating Competition, February 1 to 3 at the NDCC arena. With 15 skaters representing Nelson and over 100 athletes from East and West Kootenay, the Regional competition is the largest figure skating event to hit Nelson in years.

For some, this will be their first ever taste of performing alone on the big ice, while others will strive to showcase their best performances and qualify for the BC Sectionals later this year. Go cheer them on. Admission is free.

For more info visit nelsonfigureskatingclub.ca

NELSON Sunday, Jan. 27, 2013 Get Involved Walk - Donate Volunteer - Sponsor 2013 Walk Honoree George Grypma Walk Location: Nelson & District Community Complex 305 Hall Street 250-352-7960

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Nelson Star Wednesday, January 23, 2013

Sports

Abbey Brings Home Lifting Silver Nelson weightlifter Cody Abbey brought home a silver at the BC Weightlifting Provincials in Vancouver in December and set a new personal best with a 226 pound snatch and lift and 265 pound clean and jerk.

Abbey teaches Olympic weightlifting and trains for his sport at Power

By You Crossfit gym.

Obituaries & Memorials

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W.R. (BILL) BALL UE.

August 2, 1928 - January 9, 2013 A brief but valiant battle with respiratory illness at the Penticton Hospital preceded the peaceful passing of William Ronald Ball of Okanagan Falls at Moog & Friends Hospice. The family extends our sincere gratitude to all the Doctors & Staff for their care and compassion.

There will be no memorial by request however donations to your local Hospice Societies are encouraged.

Bill is survived by his wife of 59 years, Verna, sons: Ian (Laurel) & David (Jane), Sister: Margaret, Brother: D’Arcy (Mona), Brother-in-Law: Ken, Grandchildren: Craig (Teresa), Kelly (Matt), Daniel & Jonathan. Greatgrandchildren: Braden & Alisha. As well as many nieces, nephews & cousins.

Bills parents, Josephine & Hector, settled in Vernon, BC in the late 30’s where he graduated from Fulton School in 1947. Employment in the timber industry followed, doing topographical surveying while he was enrolled in the engineering program at UBC. Later a little dabbling in accounting & insurance framed his 1953 marriage to Verna MacDonald. In 1956 he went back to mapping and location work with the Dept. of Highways. This was an ambitious time for infrastructure improvement in the province and the family moved not less than 30 times over the next 7 years until 1963 saw a move to Prince George and a position of Resident Engineer. A promotion to Regional Engineer took him to Prince Rupert in 1969 & then another, to Nelson as a Highways Manager in 1978. A final transfer to Courtenay in 1983 preceded his 1988 retirement with 32 years of dedicated service.

Bill took advantage of every opportunity and he rose to every challenge presented throughout his career and it was the same in his personal life. He always had an urge for adventure, like when he hopped a freight train to Vancouver at age 16, to later stunts on his Harley 45. He continued his exploits with boating and fishing on the North Coast and trips to Europe & North Africa in the 70’s and 80’s As a retiree he enjoyed exploring the Baja Peninsula from his condo in Los Cabos and even obtained his pilot’s license at age 65. A move to the Okanagan Falls area in 1996 focused him on quieter pursuits where he enjoyed fly fishing, cooking, woodworking, reading and walking his dog along the canal.

Bill was extremely proud of his family history and he dedicated countless hours researching our roots back to the 16th Century. He always had our Coat of Arms with our family motto on it hanging in his home. “UNDAUNTED” I looked it up, it means...

“Not discouraged by difficulty, danger or disappointment.” ie. “Fearless, Courageous, Valiant”.

I don’t believe these are easy words to live up to, however writing this has made me reflect on the manner that my Dad lived his 84 years and when I remember the way he calmly stared down that clock during his last few days I am convinced that he did indeed live up to it.

I hope I can too. D.W.B.

Reiner, Brian Gregory

Born: February 18, 1956 Passed:t

Reiner, Brian Gregory – Born February 18, 1956 to Helen (Hafichuk) Reiner and Robert Prescott. He was the youngest of three children and is survived by his wife Kathy (Hetherington) Reiner, children Joseph Reiner (Jonathan Franz), Shauna-Lynn Reiner (Richard Mondiville), and Daniel Reiner (Cricket Carroll); adopted father Joseph Reiner; brother Wayne Carmichael and his children Shauna, James, and Clinton; sister Heather Carmichael; brother-in-law Tom (Karen) Hetherington, niece Krystina, and great nephew Julian; Sister-in-law Donna Phillips (Garry Nyeste), niece Anya Wagner (Kirk) great nephew Ryce, great niece Rayne; nephews Austin and Kail Phillips; sister-in-law Brenda Wyllychuk (Terry), nieces Kali and Serina; “lil’ sister” Sheila Williams (Vaughn), Godson and nephew Rick Gloag (Natalie) great niece Emma and great nephew Cameron, Godson and nephew Ryan Gloag, Goddaughter and niece Laura (Gloag) Cake(Andrew); and many many adopted sons, daughters, family, and friends.

He was predeceased by his mother Helen Reiner, son Nicholas Reiner, mother-in-law Barb Kent, and father-inlaw William (Bill) Kent. Brian was a Past Master Councillor and Chapter Dad of Beaver Chapter Order of DeMolay in Vancouver BC, where he met his soul mate and married Kathy in 1979. After having children they relocated to West Kelowna, then Beaverdell, and finally to the Kootenays. Brian was a Chef most of his life and trained under a Master Chef at the Hotel Vancouver. Later he worked with special needs kids. Brian loved to fish, ride his motor bike, go camping and boating, and cuddle with his pets.

After 31 years Brian finally decided he loved cats thanks to “Mischief”. Brian passed away peacefully in his sleep in the comfort of his home with his wife at his side on January 12, 2013. The family would like to thank Dr. Mike Innis, the Home Care nursing staff, and the many doctors and nurses who took care of Brian over the years. There will be a celebration of life at Taghum Hall - 5915 Taghum Hall Road, on Saturday January 19, 2013 at 5pm in Nelson BC. As an expression of sympathy, donations can be made in Brian’s memory to the Children’s Hospital, at: secure. bcchf.ca/WOT?29044 online, where a donation page has been set up in his memory.

Online condolences may be expressed at www.thompsonfs.ca. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Thompson Funeral Service Ltd.

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Anne Chernoff Born: Aug.29, 1920 Passed: Jan. 16, 2013

Anne was born on August 25th, 1920 to Bill and Annie Barabonoff in Pelly, Saskatchewan. She was the older sister to her only sibling Fred. Anne, her parents and brother Fred left Pelly and moved to Salmo, BC. On December 29th, 1944 Anne married Pete Chernoff and together they made their permanent home in Salmo, BC. Pete worked at the Rotter Lumber Mill while Anne stayed back and tended to the household. Unfortunately they were never blessed with any children. In 1971, Pete passed away at the early age of 51.

Anne remained in Salmo and began caring for her mother Annie Barabonoff. On November 13th, 1984 Grandmother Barabonoff passed away and Auntie Ann remained in the town of Salmo.

Auntie kept busy and was very well known for her handycrafts. When you walked into her house she had her crocheted doilies placed on the furniture and hung on the walls. Afghans with matching pillows laid everywhere. You knew that if you received a gift it would be one of those items that would be treasured forever.

In 1993, she made the move to Castlegar and bought herself a trailer near the “Banana” store (No Frills). There was no mistaking which home belonged to Anne. The flowers seemed to fill every square inch of her yard; but it was the Red Rose bush in the front that stood out the most.

Auntie spent her time singing with the Nelson Doukhobor Ladies Choir and traveling. She loved travelling but it was her trip to Russia that was the most memorable and would remain in her mind as some of the happiest moments spent in her life. She did take several other trips that included; the Oregon Coast, Laflin, Hawaii as well as the various bus trips exploring the countless gambling places in the state of Washington.

In 2011 , Auntie was moved to Castle Wood Village. During her time there she made many friends and enjoyed an active social life.

On December 23rd, 2012 she was not feeling well and was admitted to Kootenay Boundary Regional Hospital. Due to complications of her illness she passed away peacefully on January 16, 2013 at the age of 92 years.

She is predeceased by her parents William and Annie Barabonoff, beloved husband Pete Chernoff and numerous ½ brothers and sisters.

She is survived by her brother Fred, countless nephews and nieces as well as many friends.

A Funeral Service will be held on Thursday, January 24th, 2013 from 9AM until Noon at the Crescent Valley Hall with burial to follow at the Krestova Cemetery.

Online condolences may be expressed at www.thompsonfs.ca Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Thompson Funeral Service Ltd.

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Qualified artists interested in directing Nelson Community Opera’s November 2013 production are invited to submit proposals for mounting a work of their choice to the Amy Ferguson Institute Production Committee no later than February 8, 2013. It is the goal of AFI to try to alternate, year to year, between opera and musical theatre.

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We had 121 racers, over 100 volunteers, 20 coaches, and another 100 parents who all came together to make this happen and brave the freezing cold.

We owe a BIG Thank You to all the volunteers, and the businesses who donated to our club and help make this happen. Thank You to Whitewater Ski Resort, you guys rock and are the most accommodating ski hill to racers in the province.

Thank You SpeedPro, [Murray] for giving us such a great deal on the Results Board!

A HUGE Thanks to Kal Tire donating funds for our new timing equipment- it worked great! Many THANKS to Safeway for donating ALL of the food for the volunteer lunches . Thanks to Nelson Toyota for your ongoing support of our Ski coats.

And then there are all the businesses who donated draw prizes: The Village Ski Hut- THANKS for the fancy hundred dollar waxing iron, Boomtown sports, Gericks, Valhalla, ROAM and Whitewater.

The City of Nelson is recruiting for an Office Administrator to work on a Full Time basis in the Operations and Hydro Department. This excluded position requires a Business Administration Diploma from a recognized Institution and 2 years recent related experience in a supervisory role. For more comprehensive information, please visit “Employment Opportunities� at www.nelson.ca. The City of Nelson offers a competitive salary and benefits package.

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CITY OF Yellowknife invites applications from qualified candidates for the following positions: Pumphouse and Liftstation Tradesperson Public Works Department Competition #902-137 Closes: February 1, 2013. Pumphouse and Liftstation Maintainer Public Works Department Competition #902-135 Closes: February 1, 2013. Building Inspector II - Planning and Development Department Competition #220-125U Closes: February 1, 2013 Submit resumes in confidence by the closing date, to: Human Resources Division, City of Yellowknife, P.O. Box 580, Yellowknife, NT., X1A 2N4; Fax (867) 669-3471 or Email: hr@yellowknife.ca Please direct all inquiries to the above listed email address. For more information on these positions, including the required qualifications, please refer to the City of Yellowknife’s web page at: www.yellowknife.ca or contact Human Resources at 867920-5603.

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47X76 $18,265. One End wall included. Pioneer Steel 1-800668-5422 www.pioneersteel.ca FOR RESTLESS or cramping legs. A fast acting remedy since 1981, sleep at night, proven for 31 years. Mon-Fri 8-4 EST 1-800-765-8660 or www.allcalm.com MOVING SALE: Couch $25, 64� TV $50, Kitchen Table Set $75 call 250 777-4918 SAWMILLS FROM only $3997. Make money and save money with your own bandmill - Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. Free Info and DVD: 1-800-566-6899 Ext:400OT www.NorwoodSawmills.com/ 400OT STEEL BUILDINGS/ Metal buildings 60% off! 20x28, 30x 40, 40x62, 45x90, 50x120, 60x 150, 80x100 sell for balance owed! Call 1-800-457-2206. www.crownsteelbuildings.ca

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Independent Respiratory Services is a BC-owned and operated full service respiratory homecare company. We have been providing sleep apnea and home oxygen therapy to British Columbians since 1996. Our mission is to provide the highest standard of healthcare to our clients, and honesty and integrity are the foundation of the company. Our success is reÀected in our clientsœ satisfaction.

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1BR F/S W/D, N/S N/P great view Clean $725 + Util. Avail Feb 1. 250-352-6784 Grand Forks: basement suite, private entrance with parking space. Two blocks to town, modern, spacious, bright, one bedroom plus large den, washer & dryer incl. $675 per month, plus utilities. No pets, no smoking. Damage deposit & references required. Call 250442-3365.

Newly reno’d 3 + bdrm lower Fairview, lower duplex N/S avail Feb 1st $1200/m 250 825-4043

Apartment Furnished SIX MILE- Fully Equipped 1 bdrm, $750/m DD$250 util, cable & wi-fi incl 250-777-1146

Duplex / 4 Plex NELSON: Uphill Sunny 2 bdrm wood floors, gas f/p, yard, soaker tub,child friendly NS/NP $1000/mo + Util Avail immed 250-505-2103

Castlegar North 2 Bdrm Separate walk out basement suite, brand new reno, very clean & bright with all new appliances Fridge, stove, W/D, over the range Micro D/W, No smoking, No pets. $750/mth + utilities Avail Immediately 250-869-5772 Mobile Home, 2 bdrm, F/S W/D, Deck, Addition, in Thrums, No dogs over 15 # 250-359-7178, 250-304-9273 Preferably only 1 or 2 responsible individuals to rent Double Wide @ Bonaventure Trailer Park reasonable rent $850/m incl util 505-5335

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Want to Rent Needed: Long term self contained home; Nelson/Slocan Valley area. Close to bus & affordably to reflect disability income rates. I am 55+ female with excellent ref. call 1-778-233-0011 or ra_11_11@yahoo.ca Nelson: Single Female w/cat, clean, quiet, polite & creative. in city $450/m max Jennifer @ 352-9876 or laughingwaterdragon@gmail.com Nelson: Studio/Bachelor Suite w/yard or garden access, bathtub & lots of light. Walking distance to downtown. Quiet, clean, older woman $400$600/m Message@ 250 5052027

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98 Corolla good condition 185,000 km $3000 250-777-4918 NELSON FORD 250 352-7202 DLN#28082 2004 Ford FOCUS $7995 NELSON FORD 250 352-7202 DLN#28082 2006 Ford Escape $15,995 NELSON FORD 250 352-7202 DLN#28082 2006 Jeep Liberty $13,995 NELSON FORD 250 352-7202 DLN#28082 2007 Ford F-150 $22,995 NELSON FORD 250 352-7202 DLN#28082 2007 Ford F-150 $23,844 NELSON FORD 250 352-7202 DLN#28082 2007 Ford Ranger $15,995 NELSON FORD 250 352-7202 DLN#28082 2008 Ford F-150 $26,877 NELSON FORD 250 352-7202 DLN#28082 2008 Ford F-150 $26,995 NELSON FORD 250 352-7202 DLN#28082 2009 Ford F-150 $26,990 NELSON FORD 250 352-7202 DLN#28082 2009 Ford F-150 $26,988 NELSON FORD 250 352-7202 DLN#28082 2009 Ford F-150 $28,995 NELSON FORD 250 352-7202 DLN#28082 2010 Ford Focus $18,995 NELSON FORD 250 352-7202 DLN#28082 2010 Ford F-150 $32,844 NELSON FORD 250 352-7202 DLN#28082 2010 Ford Ranger $15,995 NELSON FORD 250 352-7202 DLN#28082 2011 MAZDA 3 $18,995 NELSON FORD 250 352-7202 DLN#28082 2011 Ford F-250 $31,495 NELSON FORD 250 352-7202 DLN#28082 2012 Ford Focus $22,995

Cars - Sports & Imports VERY nice 2008 Honda Civic LX Coupe with 1.8L, 5 speed 103,000 kl. Sharp brownish gray exterior. Winters.

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Prices effective at all British Columbia and Alberta Safeway stores Friday, January 25 through Sunday January 27, 2013 only. We reserve the right to limit sales to retail quantities. Some items may not be available at all stores. All items while stocks last. Actual items may vary slightly fro m illustrations. Some illustrations are serving suggestions only. Advertised prices do not include GST. ®™ Trademarks of AIR MILES International Trading B.V. Used under license by LoyaltyOne, Inc. and Canada Safeway Limited. Extreme Specials are prices that are so low they are limited to a one time purchase to Safeway Club Card Members within a household. Each household can purchase the limited items one time during the effective dates. A household is defined by all Safeway Club Cards that are linked by the same address and phone number. Each household can purchase the EXTREME SPECIALS during the specified advertisement dates. For purchases over the household limits, regular pricing applies to overlimit purchases. On BUY ONE GET ONE FREE items, both items must be purchased. Lowest priced item is then free. Online and in-store prices, discounts, and offers may differ.

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Community Earth Matters youth to host screening of The Clean Bin Project SUBMITTED Special to the Nelson Star

Kootenay, Nelson and District Credit Union, BC Hydro, TD Bank and the

Nelson Lions Club.

For more information about the film night or the Earth

Matters Upcyclers, contact Heather or Sarah at 250-3526011, ext 17, or email

youth@nelsoncares. ca.

Past project details and interesting links

and discussions can be found at facebook. com/earthmattersupcyclers.

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The Earth Matters Zero Waste Youth Project is proud to host the screening of The Clean Bin Project.

The film screening will take place on January 28 from 7 to 10 p.m. at the Nelson and District Youth Centre. Admission is free and snacks will be provided. (Note: skateboard ramps will NOT be open.)

The Clean Bin Project is an awardwinning documentary about a Vancouver couple who attempt to go “waste and consumer-free” for a whole year.

The event will also include a lively discussion, marking the beginning of the next phase of the Earth Matters Upcyclers Project.

The Earth Matters Upcyclers Project is open to all Nelson and area youth age 13 to 30, who are interested in learning more about waste reduction, sewing, blogging, leadership skills and resource recovery in the community. It will begin with weekly meetings, discussions and workshops starting in February.

Earth Matters is a program of Nelson CARES Society.

This project is made

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