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Nelson’s Best Singer gets crowd on its feet See Page 2
Ultra Natural announces final line-up See Page 18
On top of the world A who’s-who of the planet’s best snowboarders are in town this week preparing for the Red Bull Ultra Natural at Baldface Lodge. For the host venue, it’s one more feather in a snowy cap that some thought was doomed to fail
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European Trade Deal
Dooley questions council’s logic SAM VAN SCHIE Nelson Star Reporter
Kootenays from Lake Tahoe, California in the late-1990s armed with a vision. “Now it just feels like it is what I’ve always wanted it to be. Now we can concentrate on giving the staff what they need to do their jobs and I think the customers can feel that… there is a real awesome vibe up here right now. But it’s taken 12 hard years to get it where it’s at.”
Nelson councillors passed a resolution to request that the municipality be exempt from the Canada-European Union Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement, despite Mayor John Dooley urging them to reconsider their position. Dooley was out of town last month when the issue was discussed at a committee of the whole meeting, so he didn’t have a chance to share his position until last Monday’s regular council just before the motion was voted on. The mayor called the motion petty and misguided. “I think we’re better than this,” Dooley said. “If we have a problem with something, like the procurement piece of this, we should try to address that issue — not say we don’t want any part of it.” Eighty Canadian municipalities have passed similar resolutions asking for individual exemptions and the Union of BC Municipalities has also asked that all member municipalities, including Nelson, be exempt.
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BCGEU Job Action
Family service workers picket KIRSTEN HILDEBRAND Nelson Star Reporter
Fifteen workers walked off the job last week with a oneday strike shutting down the Kootenay Kids Society’s Family Place. Play and literacy group leaders, home support workers and physical and occupational therapists were among those picketing outside the Family Place Thursday. Programs such as Life After Birth, Young Parent’s Group and all resource and referral assistance were cancelled. Colleagues throughout the province joined the local BCGEU employees, as rotating strikes are ongoing. Family Place manager Jennifer Ruse said the professionals who support families in the community are being overlooked despite providing an invaluable service. “We haven’t had a contract for two years,” said Ruse. “Really our argument isn’t with our employers at the moment. It’s with the government.” Local workers hope the issue will garner more attention with a provincial election scheduled for later this spring. According to Ruse, their main complaint is with wages. Their starting pay is $15 — one dollar less an hour than it was 10 years ago.
Unionized workers at the Kootenay Kids Society’s Family Place joined their BCGEU colleagues last week in rotating strikes. A total of 500 workers were part of the job action as workers look for better wages from the submitted photo provincial government.
“And of course, since then, the cost of living has skyrocketed,” she said, adding some people she works with have
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pense of the services they offer, said Ruse. “We work with the most vulnerable families so this affects them,” she said. BCGEU Community Social Services Chairperson Patsy Harmston said proper government funding is needed for family services and other community-based social services. “We enjoy helping families participate in their community and enjoy the best quality of life possible,” she said. Family service employees work with families, intervening when children or youth are at risk. They help with substance addictions. They work with teenage or single parents trying to make ends meet. They provide family counselling, job and life skills training and infant and supported child development among other things. Rotating strikes will continue. Last week’s strike included nearly 500 workers across the province with pickets going up in Vancouver, Kamloops, Nelson, Castlegar, Trail, Cranbrook and Vernon. This strike follows one by community living workers across the province with 3,400 people engaged in job action at the end of January. Essential services are being maintained.
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Roaming drunks caused residents and the Nelson Police Department grief over the weekend. Early Saturday morning the local department received a report of a male attempting to enter a Fairview residence in a severely intoxicated state. Just after 6 a.m., the homeowner prevented the male from entering the residence and an altercation ensued. With the assistance of a neighbouring resident, the homeowner managed to gain control of the male suspect until police arrived on scene. The male was immediately placed under arrest and in the process assaulted an NPD officer. The 29-year-old Nelson resident faces charges for assaulting a police officer charge and is scheduled to appear in Nelson Court on May 28. The officer sustained minor injuries from the assault. ••• Just after midnight on Sunday morning, officers received a report from a surprised Uphill resident who found an unknown intoxicated female in his basement area. NPD officers arrived on scene and discovered that the female had entered the residence in error, as she believed it to be her own. The female was transported to her residence a couple blocks away. Nelson Police are not considering charges in relation to this matter.
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his week, 16 of the top snowboarders on earth will be in Nelson for the Red Bull Ultra Natural. Lead by snowboarding superstar Travis Rice, the athletes will display their jaw-dropping talents on a custom-built course on a sliver of the massive 32,000-acre Baldface terrain. Last January, the Red Bull showcase was the first event of its kind. Like that competition, the action that takes place later this week will be shown to a North American audience in millions of homes on NBC television in March. The Ultra Natural will again translate into more international fame for Baldface, but it doesn’t stop there. In this month’s GQ (Gentleman’s Quarterly), Baldface gets a mention in the magazine’s “GQ Skis” special section that covers everything winter from the best fashion to the best gear to the best places to shred. Baldface makes the grade with the piece headlined: “Because in British Columbia lies skiing’s answer to the bachelor party.” “Sure, the snow and terrain are incredible and the food is excellent,” writes journalist Josh Dean, “but it’s also laid-back and built first and foremost on the idea that everyone, at pretty much every level, should be having fun.” Baldface also received
While building the business of Baldface, owner Jeff Pensiero and his wife Paula have also built a family that includes twins Penny and Enzo (2), Estelle (9) and Lucia (6).
international ink from Outside magazine in its January “Best catskiing destinations in North America” feature. With GQ’s paid circulation of 963,507 and Outside’s of 686,633, that’s a pretty hefty dose of press. “It’s always nice to be in the international media,” says Pensiero. “It brings a lot of attention to the business and to the Nelson area.”
NOT GREETED WITH OPEN ARMS
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hen Pensiero and his former partner Jim Fraps arrived to the Nelson area to explore the idea of a luxury resort in the mountains just north of town, there was no parade down Baker Street. Many business people scoffed at the idea as a pipe dream, many isolationists were worried about the big city takeover of the area’s prized backcountry terrain.
“I remember walking out of grocery stores and having people tee up and give me a piece of their mind,” Pensiero says of those early days. But Pensiero was committed to an idea he knew would make the area’s outdoor scene more vibrant. “I always believed there was a place for a snowboarding-type lodge this close to Nelson,” he says. “When we came here I couldn’t believe Nelson had no operation like this nearby. You look around and Golden has places, Fernie has places, Whistler has places… there was no backcountry ski lodge around Nelson.” Using his connections, Pensiero attacked his vision with vigour. Two of the earliest investors in his plan were Dave Grohl and Nate Mendel from the Foo Fighters. “I told them there is this
whole market for cat and heli-skiing for snowboarders,” Pensiero says of his first meeting with the rockers backstage at one of their concerts in Sacramento, California. “Lots of the operations were catering to skiers and treated the snowboarders like kooks… I told them people are missing out because snowboarders are what’s coming up in the industry. I had the conviction to tell them that and they helped out.” Twelve years ago, Baldface Lodge launched its first season.
NOT A TOTALLY SMOOTH RIDE
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here were times when Pensiero thought the naysayers might win. Ten years ago, snowboarding legend and Baldface guide Craig Kelly died in an avalanche that also claimed the lives of six others. It was a tragedy that shook the entire snowboard industry. Not long after, the lodge was hit by the Norwalk virus that put a halt to the operation in the middle of the season and almost financially ruined Baldface. Two years ago the very thing that makes Baldface incredible played a cruel trick when the snowload on the main lodge caused it to collapse. It cost Baldface $4.5 million to build a new facility. Story continues on Page 5
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Though many take our bounty of Kootenay snow for granted, the Kootenays is a world-class destination for those a little more powder starved. Baldface Lodge is proof that people from around the world are willing to pay top dollar for a premium winter experience. With three and four day trips to Baldface costing between $2,094 and $4,347, the price might surprise some locals. “It’s a bit on the premium side, but you have to think that you are not skiing a track,” says Baldface owner Jeff Pensiero. “This is really, really fresh powder, which in the ski world is the commodity. People want to pay for fresh powder.” From the rich and famous to the truly committed who scrape together every penny, Baldface is a much-coveted vacation for outdoor lovers. This year there are only a couple spots that have not been filled by people willing to pay big bucks for a memorable experience. “If you go to a regular ski area you might spend a lot of money and might Continued from Page 4 But the bumps seem to be behind Baldface now. With a staff of 72 on the direct payroll (including kitchen staff, housekeeping, outside operations, guides, tailgunners, a snow safety team, cat operators, mechanics, massage therapists, office staff, bartenders), Pensiero says the multimillion dollar operation is finally at a point where he feels confident about the future. “It’s a job… but if you love what you do, then you never really have to go to work,” he says. “I have to deal with bankers and lawyers and accountants and insurance companies and WCB… it’s a real job. But if I get to go
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Growing into, or growing out of? How much are guests at Baldface Lodge willing to pay for Kootenay powder? Plenty, but very few leave the Nelson area disappointed with what they get. Nick Diamond photo
not get good snow,” says Pensiero. “You might be skiing groomers and dealing with big crowds. It’s a really controlled situation up here and even when the snow is bad, it’s good.” The packages include transportation to the lodge, all food, plush accommo-
dation and of course incredible turns. “We hit the same market of people who would stay in moderate to highend places at Whistler and Sun Valley,” says Pensiero. For more information on Baldface Lodge head to their website: baldface.net.
snowboarding and mountain biking and spend time with my family… I can’t think of doing anything else.”
ing about Baldface. “I spent a reflective week at Baldface Lodge shredding with [wife] Donna and the kids,” Burton says. “In a place built on snowboarding and one that resonates with Craig [Kelly]’s positive memory, I got lost in the moment of riding with the ones who’ve been by my side through it all. Any pow turn is a good one, but slashing through the trees with your family is about as good as it gets. It reminded me not just of what we’ve all created, but why it really matters. And that riding answers everything.” For Jeff Pensiero and the crew at Baldface Lodge, it’s mission accomplished.
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n March, Baldface hosted industry kingpin Jake Burton and his family. The founder of Burton Snowboards had been trying to make it out to the Kootenays for a few years, but in 2012 he finally touched down. “It was awesome,” Pensiero says of the visit. “It would be like if I was a guitar player and Jimi Hendrix came out to play the blues with me. It was just as good as it gets.” And here is what Burton left think-
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Our seat at the global table
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ast week’s debate at city council over the Canada-European Union Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) will hardly register as a blip on the screen of the overall discussion going on about this issue. Yet, the arrival of the CETA to City Hall is a welcome one. On today’s front page you can read about Mayor John Dooley’s spirited address to his colleagues last week, telling council that: “I think we’re better than this.” Despite the mayor’s plea that council let organizations like the Federation of Canadian Municipalities handle discussions with the federal government, the majority of council voted for a motion that Nelson be exempt from the deal. Council’s motion will have very little impact on the final outcome, but throwing focus on this trade deal is important. It allows us to think more about the world economy and our place in it. Both the Nelson and District Chamber of Commerce and Pacific Insight Electronics sent letters to council urging our leaders to not throw up walls against international trade. Having the community’s advocate for business and one of the area’s largest private sector employer speak up should not have fallen on deaf ears at the council table. Obviously, we want all local companies to thrive and provide benefit to the community. Council should always be thinking of ways to help facilitate this. But protectionist strategies in our continually shrinking world is not the way to achieve it. Nelson-based businesses and consultants have just as much opportunity to gain from opening up markets with European nations. At the end of the discussion last week, Councillor Candace Batycki (who brought forward the original motion at the request of concerned residents), did add a clause that threw some support behind the FCM. It was a wise move. If the original intent by Batycki was to bring the CETA issue to a larger audience, then she has succeeded. Regardless of how Nelson’s motion will be measured in the final result, sparking discussion on how we see ourselves in the global economy provides great value. The Nelson Star is a member of the British Columbia Press Council, a self-regulatory body governing the province’s newspaper industry. 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 BC Press Council. Your written concern, with documentation, should be sent within 45 days to the BC Press Council, 201 Selby Street, Nanaimo, V9R 2R2. For information, phone 888-687-2213 or go to bcpresscouncil.org
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Council Column — Robin Cherbo
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Stop wasting time on dogs
ouncil has a lot of issues to deal with, such as the budget, climate change and many bylaws to update. But it seems that the pressure is on, from different organizations, to deal with animal control issues, such as chickens, bees and dogs. So the controversial issue of dogs in the downtown core has jumped back onto the council table. We have a notice of motion put forward to allow dogs back into the downtown core. It is interesting to note that it was the downtown business association, years ago, who petitioned the city council of the day, to ban dogs from Baker and Vernon streets because of the many problems caused by dogs, along with the lack of responsibility of their owners. Now the current downtown business association believes times have changed. I lived here when there were dogs allowed in the downtown core and it was a mess. From dogs fighting, tied to parking meters, and of course doggy “deposits” all around town. I can see no evidence that some dog owners attitudes have changed; dogs are taken into “no dog zones” such as Rotary Lakeside Park and beach, with most dogs not even on leashes; to dogs running loose around Lakeside playing fields, on John’s Walk and in Uphill. Not to mention, the mess of dog “deposits” around town, especially on the “dog walk” beside the Nelson airport. Good thing the airport dog walk got flushed out with all the
Council has more important issues to worry about than allowing dogs back into the downtown core, according to Councillor Robin Cherbo. Bob Hall photo
flooding last spring. If the motion passes to allow dogs downtown, my main concern is health and safety. The health issue from dog feces on sidewalks, as well as dogs peeing on everything, including sign boards, lamp posts, corners of buildings, car wheels, etc. There are also safety concerns. Many people think of tourist dogs as small and cuddly, but what about dog breeds such as rottweiler, pitbulls and dobermans along with other large dogs brought into the downtown core. What if someone is bit, especially a child, who is responsible: the owner and/or City Hall? Baker Street sidewalks are narrow, so is it desirable to have the return of dogs to Baker Street and have
citizens, seniors and young children exposed again to health and safety risks? The downtown business association speculates there will be more business from tourists by allowing dogs back in the Baker Street area, but could it also send more local people and tourists to the Chahko Mika Mall where they can shop in a dry, cool, smoke free and dog free environment. Having dogs on Baker Street is not the solution to improve the business in the downtown core. The problems — why there are not more purchases in the downtown core — are complex. With the downturn in the economy, the lack of street parking and no large motorhome parking near Nelson, along with cross-border shop-
ping, travelling to Kelowna and purchasing items through the internet are the main issues. Getting a few more tourists with their dog Fluffy to shop in downtown Nelson is not the magic bullet that will boost the local economy. The solution is to carry on with proper marketing of Nelson, and increase the cleaning and restoring of the buildings and awnings in the downtown core. Instead of the focus dog control, council and staff must continue with preparing the city for climate change, by directing funds for increased flood and fire protection. Robin Cherbo is a Nelson city councillor who shares this Wednesday space with his colleagues at the table.
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Men need to rise up too Men and women of Nelson: I’m torn this evening. While I was inspired by the women and girls who gathered at Self Design High on February 9 to support the Women’s Center and the worldwide event One Billion Rising (a movement fighting violence against women), I was also a little disheartened by the lack of male presence. Perhaps partaking in dance workshops isn’t that appealing to men; perhaps there wasn’t enough encouragement for men to join the cause; perhaps men didn’t realize the inclusivity of the event. Whatever the case may be, it needs to be made clear
to the females of Nelson — and around the world — that there are men who are willing to stand up with you, to work to end the violence and the oppression that you’ve had to endure for centuries at the hands of men. I’m one of them, and I know there are many more. If you are one of those men, I encourage you to show your support by attending the One Billion Rising event on V-Day, February 14 at The Royal (5 to 8 p.m.). And women: let the men in your life know how welcome and encouraged they are to stand alongside you. There are now 200 coun-
tries around the world signed up to dance and stand up to violence against women. It’s time to end the treatment of females as second-class citizens. It’s time to reflect and consider how we think and talk about females. It’s time to take a stand against people who disrespect females with their language or actions. This is not a cause by women for women. This is a cause for everybody, because humanity and the world will be a much better to place to live when balance is restored. On February 14, will you rise? Carlo Alcos Nelson
Protectionism won’t work for Nelson
The recent article on the proposed EU trade treaty appears to suggest there’s a universally held belief in City Hall that “buying local” is a good thing and something to be fought for. Proponents seem oblivious to the reality that restricting trade not only benefits mainly those who produce over-priced and inferior products, but creates barriers between people, with impact far beyond our own community. This is not to suggest that local businesses, tradespeople, professionals and artists are incapable of world-class work — one has only to attend a few concerts, just as an example, to realize this — only that absent the competition in the market place, there is virtually no way of determining this nor the incentive to prove it. This problem is exacerbated in a smaller market where many goods and services have a single source, the quality
of which is very difficult to determine in a closed market. Think Lada. Further proof, if it is really required, of the fallacy of this thinking is a consideration of the relative wealth of countries that are open to trade. The ultimate closed country is undoubtedly North Korea, where starvation is practically a national policy. And the “open” countries? Contrary to what people often think, they are not solely, or even mostly, the resource-rich countries. They are the Singapores, the Switzerlands, the Hong Kongs, the Hollands (to say nothing of the Japans!) — countries that have had virtually no choice but to do things better. Restricting trade in fact hurts not only the community at large, but does a great disservice to the exceptional talents among us. Aside from encouraging a culture of mediocrity here at home,
building trade barriers, ironically, results in others doing likewise, with a proportionally greater impact on the talented of the community. As bad as the economic impact of isolationism is, it is unfortunately not the only negative consequence. Just as bad is its impact on international relations and, for lack of a better term, the brotherhood of man. There is, in protectionism, an implicit “us-you” mentality that is the last thing the world needs these days. How such a view resonates so strongly with the left of centre in this country — the chief proponents of trade restrictions — is difficult to understand. Because it affects all of the community, hopefully city council will look beyond the apparent groundswell for protectionism and open this discussion to the community. Dave Haynes Nelson
West Kootenay drivers require parking common sense Re: “Runaway vehicle hits home” Nelson Star, Page 3, February 6, 2013 An additional effective safety measure in downhillparking is the curbing of wheels. It is customarily done in San Francisco — only
sometimes here. I suggest this to be a compulsory part of driver’s training — constantly reinforced by the police and in reports of accidents by the news media. Even a parking brake is only a mechanical device
— open to failure. While a curb is a basic fixed rock — there for good; failure most unlikely. Without a doubt — the combination of both will make the car stay put! Claus Schunke Nelson
MAKE YOUR VOTE COUNT AT nelsonstar.com This week’s question: Should Nelson council have asked for exemption from the CETA trade deal? Last week’s result: Should council lift the dog ban on a trail basis this spring and summer?
YES 51% NO 49%
The Nelson Nordic Ski Club would like to THANK the following business for their generous donations for our Kootenay Cup Race that was held January 27, 2013 • Capitol Theatre
• The Sacred Ride
• Digerati Computing
• Hellman Canoes & Kayaks
• ROAM – Rivers & Oceans Mountains Shop • Evening Ridge Designs • Whitewater Cooks • Mountain Baby • Gericks Cycle & Ski • Whitewater Ski Hill • Oso Negro • Nelson Brewery Co. Ltd.
• Mainstreet Diner • Boomtown Sports Inc. • Kootenay Bakery Cafe • Valhalla Pure Outfitters • Teck Cominco • Save-on-Foods • Saputo • CNIB
..and to all the volunteers who donated their time and baking, which made this event so successful….THANK YOU
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Balfour landslide report suggests improvements Greg Nesteroff Nelson Star Reporter
A Forest Practices Board report into a landslide near Balfour in May 2011 makes several recommendations to prevent similar slides. The 15-page report, released Friday, looked at the Laird Creek slide, which damaged the water supply to about 100 homes. It was caused by several factors, including logging by BC Timber Sales in the area a few years earlier. Water users asked the board to inves-
tigate whether a lack of professional diligence contributed to the slide. The report found BC Timber Sales’ practices were sound, and that it acted responsibly following the slide by conducting assessments, stabilizing the road and slide path and providing drinking water, even though it wasn’t required. Since the slide, the Crown corporation has also developed a terrain stability model to help in risk assessments. However, the report suggests four improvements to minimize the risk of similar landslides, including a “system-
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it must be seen to be kept,” the report says. The board further notes that even sound technical practices do not completely eliminate the risks. “The case brings to light broader issues regarding public policy and decision making, including potential gaps in regulation that go well beyond this specific instance,” the report says, adding the board will examine those concerns separately, drawing on the results of this and other recent audits and investigations. The Forest Practices Board is BC’s independent forestry watchdog.
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Feb 14th - Garden of Love Valentine’s Burlesque Show Feb 15th - Humans w/Shyness of Strangers, DJ Lucie Tic Feb 16th - Parker with Ryan Wells Feb 19th - Vinnie Paz & Ill Bill as Heavy Metal Kings Feb 21st - The Boom Booms with Erica Dee Feb 22nd - The Librarian Bass Music with Soul Feb 23rd - Nick Thayer with Soup Mar 2nd - Funkanomics Mar 7th - Sack Grabbath Sabbath Tribute Premiere
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Community Organizations 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: 250-352-5739. 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. 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. Join Walk in Peace, a silent circle walk beginning at Lakeside Park gates on Thursday, February 14 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. A Peace By Piece initiative. Nelson Nordic Ski Club hosts its 11th annual Valentine’s night ski on Thursday, February 14 from 6 to 9 p.m. There will be a bonfire, fireworks and live entertainment by Dylann McPherson. Cost is by donation of a nonperishable food item for the Nelson Food Cupboard. Volunteer literacy tutor training is available on Friday, February 15 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Learning Place. Tutors work with adults and youth on reading, writing or language. A little bit of your time can change someone’s life. For more in-
formation about the tutoring program or volunteer training call Melissa at 250-8254119 or Joan at 250-352-3218 or email at jexley@cbal.org. The Nelson and District Canadian Federation of University Women Club will meet at the New Grand Hotel for their monthly meeting on Saturday, February 16 from 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. At 11 a.m. Clare North will speak on “Environmental Initiatives at TECK-Cominco in Trail.” Interested persons are welcome. La Leche League Nelson (breastfeeding information and support group) meets the third Monday of each month at 1 p.m. at the Family Place, 312 Silica Street. The next meeting is February 18. Babysitting, snack, resources and warm welcome provided! Expectant mothers are especially encouraged to attend. Breast Cancer Support Meeting on Monday, February 18 at noon at Community First Health Co-op, 518 Lake Street. For information call Alice 250-352-6223 or Nadine 250-359-7777. The Nelson Public Library celebrates the history of its location with “Sunday Afternoon Tea at the Hotel Phair” on Sunday, February 24 at 2 p.m. Admission is by donation. The Kootenay Lake Family Network is having its Annual General Meeting on Thursday, February 28 at the Harrop Hall starting at 7 p.m. Interested community members are invited to attend to provide feedback and ideas for more community programming. Workshops Every Saturday at 10 a.m., Ellison’s Market offers free workshops. The topic for
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Saturday, February 15 is “The Art of Fermentation.” Colleen Emery, master herbalist, will show how to apply this healthy and beneficial practice into your life. The Physics of Fractal Consciousness is a workshop delving into contemporary physics in a way that captivates and engages any audience. Offered at the Nelson Visitors Centre on Saturday, February 23 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Cost is $50 or $40 for low-income. For more information or to register: jperrelet@gmail.com 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 Friends of the Library present a new kind of book club: An Altered Book Workshop. On Tuesday, February 19 and Tuesday, February 26 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., unleash your inner artist and transform an unwanted book into a new, personalized art journal. The workshop is a Library fundraiser at a cost of $69 for both sessions, with all materials included. For information or to register contact the Nelson Library at 250352-6333. Juggernaut Marketing Communications and Selkirk College have teamed up to offer businesses a rare opportunity to improve their return on investment with the introduction of the “7 Slices of Marketing Success Program” beginning February 22. This fun and educational opportunity has been developed specifically for businesses that are already established and
looking for ways to improve their existing marketing and sales. The seven-week program runs Fridays from 1 to 4 p.m. For more information, or to sign up call 250-3526601 or go online at selkirk. ca/ce. Fundraisers L.V. Rogers secondary school students are running a penny drive to support Free the Children until the end of March. Every $25 raised will ensure one person has clean water for their lifetime. Pennies can be dropped off at the LVR office. For information, contact Ms. Martin (tmartin@ sd8.bc.ca/ 250-352-5538). Announcement Nelson and District Arts Council has just received from the Columbia Kootenay Cultural Alliance the information package regarding grant applications for the arts. You may access this information online or through NDAC. For info, phone Ron at 250-352-9898. Nelson Knights of Columbus are accepting nominations for Nelson’s 2012 Citizen of the Year. Nomination papers are available at City Hall, Sonja’s China Cabinet and 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. Nelson and District Seniors Co-ordinating Society offers free income tax service, affordable home help services, seniors counseling and advocacy, information and referrals to community resources. For details, call the office at 250-352-6008 between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. Monday to Thursday. To include your event in the online calendar visit nelsonstar.com.
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Talent Competition
The third annual Mr. Nelson contest is Saturday, February 16 at Finley’s Irish Pub. Eight 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).
Film
Mamma Mia! sing-along, hosted by Lisel and Jeff Forst, at the Capitol Theatre on Saturday, February 16 at 7 p.m. The words will be right there on the screen, and the whole audience will be singing. Costumes encouraged. Tickets $15 for adults or $10 for students and seniors. Nelson Civic Theatre Society hosts its first movie screening at the Civic Theatre. Skyfall, the most recent James Bond action thriller, will be shown on February 22 and 23. Times and ticket prices are to be determined. This is a fundraiser for the Civic Theatre renovation project.
Spoken Word
Storytellers: Word of Mouth returns to the Slocan Valley on Saturday, February 16 from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Vallican Whole Community Centre. Admission is $12 in advance and $15 at the door. Tickets available at the Slocan Valley Recreation office or over the phone. For more information, call 250-226-0008 or email slocanvalleyrec@rdck.bc.ca.
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Electric Wednesdays with Estevan at The Royal on February 13. 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. One Billion Rising Valentine’s Day Dancing Revolution at The Royal from 5 to 8 p.m. on February 14. The night will include uplifting, empowering music by DJ Laurie Langille of Meow Mix, inspiring speakers, short videos, spoken word and, most importantly, lots
of dancing. Tickets are $14 at the door or $10 in advance at The Royal, Urban Legends, The Music Store, liveattheroyal. com and the Nelson Women’s Centre. All proceeds go to support our Nelson and District Women’s Center. The Royal presents two-time Juno nominee Jeremy Fisher on Saturday, February 14. Tickets are $15, available at The Royal, Urban Legends, The Music Store and online at liveattheroyal.com. Doors open 8 p.m. The Garden of Love Valentine’s Day Burlesque Showcase is at Spiritbar on Thursday, February 14. Dancers include Scarlet Mary Rose and Heavy Petal Burlesque. Doors open at 10 p.m. Tickets $20 in advance at the Hume Hotel, or $25 at the door. Valentine’s Day Seedy Social is Thursday, February 14 from 4:30 to 9 p.m. at the Anglican Hall. The night includes wine, dessert, live music, seed swap and sale, KidZone, mini-workshops and prizes. Doors by donation to the FOODTREE Permaculture’s event scholarship fund. On Friday February 15 come dance to live music by Clinton Swanson and friends as Mostly Swing hosts an after work dance party at the Royal. Doors at 6 p.m. No cover. Roxy will bring their signature R&D tunes — that’s Recognizable and Danceable — to the Royal on Friday, February 15. Doors open 8 p.m. Show starts around 9 p.m Tickets $10 at the door and online at liveattheroyal.com. Humans, a two piece electronic duo featuring Nelson’s very own Robbie Slade, return to Spiritbar on Friday, February 15 with The Shyness of Strangers. Doors open at 10 p.m. Ticket information at the Hume Hotel.
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The Royal is thrilled to be hosting the African Showboyz on Tuesday, February 19. This is the after party for everyone who was at the Mickey Hart show earlier in the night. Cover is $10 for Mickey Hart Band Ticket holders and $15 for nonticket holders. Doors open at 11:30 p.m.
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Halfway to Shambhala Valentine’s Gala will be held at the Element in Castlegar on Friday, February 15, featuring music by Terravita and Neon Steve with Kootenay locals Ghostwhip of the Philthkids, and live hip-hop by Dion Rego and Rippel. There will be two Shambhala tickets up for draw to all attending the event. Doors open at 9 p.m. Tickets are $25, available at the Ripping Giraffe in Nelson and online at clubelement.ca/tickets. Opening Ellison’s Cafe Acoustic Unplugged Sessions on Saturday February 16 at noon is Bubby Walker and Friends with folk music. Next up is Estevan best known as organizer of local open stages and Howlin’ Dan will round out the afternoon with a rootsy blend of blues with a little twang. DJ Parker brings his Butler Beats Tour to Spiritbar on Saturday, February 16. Ryan Wells will open the show. Doors at 10 p.m. First 100 tickets $10, available at the Hume Hotel. Dave Scanlan and Friends will open for The Hoodlums at the Royal on Saturday, February 16. Doors open at 8 p.m. Cover is $10. Mickey Hart, former drummer of The Grateful Dead, will be at the Capitol Theatre for two sold-out shows, February
Lindi Ortega and Dustin Bentall and The Smokes bring their country colour to The Royal on Wednesday, February 20. Tickets are $15 at the door, or $12 in advance at The Royal, Urban Legends, The Music Store and liveattheroyal.com. Doors at 6 p.m., show starts at about 8:15 p.m.
At the Pub
Apres Ski nights at Mike’s Place Pub on Sundays from 4 to 11 p.m. Featuring live music by Ukulele Bri, Human Juke Box, and guests.
Rock ‘n’ Roll bingo at Mike's Pub on Tuesdays, February 19 and 26. Bring your pals, your dabber and your good luck troll. Lots of great prizes to be won. 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.
Visual Art
Nicole Hobbs Art Opening, on Friday February 15 at Ourglass studio and gallery from 7 to 11 p.m. From BC to Mexico, the legendary Nicole Hobbs will be displaying her acrylic paintings, exhibiting her past 15 years of experience, expressing the depth and boldness of nature. Check out her website at nicolerosehobbs.com.
Art at the Capitol Theatre presents The Dance by Erica Konrad. The primary medium used is encaustic, a mixture of beeswax, tree sap and pigments. The exhibition runs until March 31. All artwork is for sale.
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Both Chamber and Pacific Insight support trade deal Continued from Page 1 The main reason municipalities want out of the forthcoming trade agreement is that it may allow European companies to bid on high-value service and construction contracts that go out for public tender, potentially making it harder for local contractors to compete. “This is a symbolic gesture,” Councillor Paula Kiss said, acknowledging that the request for exemption is unlikely to be respected. “We just want to send a message that we, as a municipality, mistrust their process.” Two years ago council amended its purchasing policy to authorize city staff to give preference to local suppliers when sourcing products, such as office supplies. But for larger contracts the city is required to advertise on BC Bids, giving companies across BC and Alberta an opportunity to bid on the job. Dooley pointed out that many non-Kootenays companies have been awarded large contracts that the City put out for tender in recent years, including the downtown hydro conversion project, the generator rewind at Bonnington Falls Power Plant, and renovations at the Nelson and District Community Complex and Touchstones Nelson. And he noted that Selkirk Paving, which does municipal roadwork on a regular basis, is owned by a company in France. “I don’t think the proportion of contracts we award to local companies is going to change much,” Dooley said. “Our track record isn’t great as it is.” But he believes local business will stand to benefit under the new trade agreement because it will give them access to larger, European markets. Earlier this month, the City partnered with Nelson and District Chamber of Commerce to host a seminar with international trade and investment representatives. Several local businesses, particularly in the technology sector, were interested in learning about how they could take advantage of the international marketplace. “We have at least $100,000 in the city budget going towards business retention and expansion — between supporting initiatives
Councillor Candace Batycki introduced the motion on the trade deal last month, but for the final motion that was passed by council, added a clause that allows the Federation of Canadian Municipalities to work towards ensuring the agreement doesn’t hurt its members.
like Invest Kootenay, Kootenay Lake Tourism and the Chamber of Commerce — why are we spending that money if we’re going to turn around at put out a motion like this that will hurt local business?” Dooley asked. The Nelson and District Chamber of Commerce and Pacific Insight Electronics sent letters to council expressing their support for the trade agreement. Copies of both letters were distributed at the meeting. The Federation of Canadian Municipalities also provided a written statement updating council on its work to ensure its seven trade principles are being respected throughout these trade negotiations. As a result Councillor Candace Batycki, who brought forward the original motion at the request of concerned residents, agreed to add a clause to her motion to say that Nelson was requesting exemption “should the Federation of Canadian Municipalities’ seven trade principles not be respected.” In other words, if the trade principles are respected, then the request for exemption wouldn’t apply. All five councillors present at the meeting supported the motion. Councillor Bob Adams was absent. The mayor, as the meeting chair, doesn’t vote on motions unless he’s required to settle a tie vote.
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Shoplifter goes way too far NELSON — A routine shoplifting apprehension turned into a threat that landed the thief in jail. Just before noon on Friday, the Nelson Police Department received a call about a shoplifter at the Real Canadian Wholesale Club. Staff reportedly apprehended a 29-year-old Nelson male after he attempted to depart the store with
a quantity of concealed goods. Upon apprehension the male became combative and threatened to stab staff members with a hypodermic needle which he claimed was filled with HIV contaminated blood. NPD members arrived on scene and immediately arrested the male for uttering threats and theft under $5,000.
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How to build a fish pond the right way A water feature in the backyard is not only an attractive way to add dimension and visual interest to the entertaining space, it can also be a tranquil, relaxing place to which to retire. A pond filled with marine plants or fish can be a welcome respite in the yard. For those who haven’t done major excavation or built something similar in the yard before, it pays to become educated before digging the first hole. In order to ensure the fish pond goes in correctly, there are a few things the do-it-yourselfer needs to know. * Determine size. Many first-time pond builders simply make their ponds too small. If fish or a lot of aquatic plants are planned, be sure to size it large enough to accommodate growth. Err on the larger size -- some dirt can always be added back if it seems too large. A koi pond should be at least four feet deep at its deepest point. One can vary the depths of the pond by creating shelfs of dirt or rock. * Determine location. The best place to put a pond is close to the house so that it can be enjoyed when someone is outdoors or inside. Also take into consideration rain run-off. This may contain chemicals from fertilizers and pesticides that can contaminate pond life. Avoid locating it too close to trees, otherwise a lot of time will be spent cleaning out leaves and other debris. If the pond will be growing only plants, be sure it gets a few hours of steady sun a day. For a pond containing only fish, shade will be adequate. * Plan on water circulation. Although circulation is not a must, it can help aerate the water and clean out debris, if a filter is used. Plus, moving water is less susceptible to insect larvae growth like that of mosquitoes. Figure a water fall or water jet into the design and a skimmer that will suck out the water. Be sure the skimmer is positioned so that the level of the pond water meets halfway up the skimmer box. If a water fall will be used, gradually slope the pond away from the water fall to direct water toward the skimmer.
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The West Kootenay Women’s Association is calling on Nelson to join in a global dance revolution being held on Valentine’s Day. To raise awareness about the fact that one in three women will be raped or beaten in their lifetime, the One Billion Rising movement was started. After holding a successful dance workshop on Saturday at the Self-Design High (right), many are prepared for a flash-mob dance planned for February 14 at 3:45 p.m. at Chahko Mika Mall. With women and dance the theme, a One Billion Rising V-Day evening event held at The Royal from 5 to 8 p.m. will include music, performances, spoken word and lots of dancing. All proceeds go to the Women’s Centre. For more info or to get involved please message via Facebook or email onebillionrisingnelson@gmail.com.
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Imagine in only three weeks being able to feel better emotionally, and physically? That is exactly what Tera is experiencing. She has dropped not only inches but pounds! In terms of her diet Tera is paying more attention to what she is eating and making sure they are all healthy choices. Kirsty said Tera did two Matt classes and two Reformer classes and also did an extra class called
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It’s week three and Cathy is showing fantastic results. During her morning workouts she is now able to do the Circuit program twice. Cathy worked out three times this week and did the weighted hula-hoop more often than in the past weeks. Cathy is seeing results in inches and most importantly, in how she is feeling. She has more energy and is not as tired as she was prior to the Get Fit Challenge. Cathy
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Helen Kissinger, owner of Renew Personal Training says Natalia had another great week. She missed a class but went to the gym on her own and snowboarded several times, in addition to working with Helen. “My week has gone really well,” says Natalia.This week they did a lot core exercises along with upper body and cardio. Natalia feels that working out first thing in the morning is giving her more energy throughout the day. “I’m feeling less tired and more energetic,” she adds.
While Natalia did not experience any weight loss this week, there was no weight gain either. Helen says that Natalia’s motivation is high, she is getting a good night sleep, eating well and staying well hydrated. Natalia feels that working out is becoming addictive!
Week three saw lots of positives for Keith. He attended all morning Adult Strength and Conditioning classes and three cross fit classes last week. Ali Popoff, owner of Power By You, says that Keith’s endurance and strength have dramatically improved. “Everyone in class is complementing his weight loss and the tone that he’s developing in his muscles.” Keith is feeling very motivated and looking forward to
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Marché French Extra en Nouvelle-Zélande et l’été boréal à piloter au Canada. Ensuite, j’ai obtenu un travail au nord de l’Australie pendant deux mois, suivi d'un autre contrat de deux mois en Nouvelle-Guinée, puis un retour au Canada. Ce rythme, a bercé ma vie pendant plusieurs années, pendant lesquelles j’ai travaillé en Indonésie, à Bornéo, à Singapour, en Malaisie, en Thaïlande, en Afrique de l’Ouest, au Sénégal, au Gabon, en GuinéeBissau, en Mauritanie, au Maroc, en Afrique du Nord, au Yémen, et en Suisse où je volais audessus des Alpes Franco-Suisses. Je suis ensuite parti en Inde pendant neuf mois. J'ai également eu le privilège de travailler en Bolivie et en Argentine. Finalement, je suis revenu au Canada, et en 1995, j'ai obtenu du travail dans une compagnie à Calgary avec laquelle j’ai passé sept années. En 2002, je me suis installé à Nelson où j'ai commencé à travailler pour High Terrain Helicopters. La topographie de la région rend les conditions de travail incroyablement difficile, mais sa beauté n'a pas d’égale. Je suis certain d’avoir fait le choix de carrière qui me convient, car après toutes ces années, je suis content de me rendre au travail et je vis des moments d’émerveillement qui font toujours de moi le pilote le plus heureux des cieux. Tyhlor Kahret (traduit par Morgane Croissant)
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Voici une courte biographie qui retrace l’histoire de ma carrière en tant que pilote d’hélicoptères. Je suis né à Val-d’Or au Québec et j’ai passé une partie de mon enfance dans de petites villes du nord du Québec et de l’Ontario. J’ai été scolarisé dans une école francophone jusqu’en huitième année, et j'ai ensuite fini ma scolarité dans des écoles anglophones. J’ai trois grands frères, qui à l’époque étaient partis Tyhlor Kahret, pilote. s’installer en ColombieBritannique pour travailler dans l’industrie du bois. À l'âge de quatorze ans, je me suis moi-même installé dans l’Ouest canadien, où j’entamais une carrière de bûcheron tout en finissant l’école secondaire. Un été, des leçons de vol ont piqué mon intérêt, et j’ai obtenu ma licence de pilote privé, pour ensuite passer ma licence de pilote professionnel; j’ai commencé à piloter des hélicoptères en 1971. Au départ, mon manque d'expérience rendait la recherche de travail laborieuse. Quand j’ai obtenu mon premier poste, j’étais le pilote le plus heureux des cieux. J’ai été envoyé au nord de la province et j'ai travaillé pendant dix-huit mois sans interruption. Plus tard, la fatigue a eu le meilleur de moi et j’ai pris quelques vacances. Je me suis rendu à Vancouver où je me suis installé à bord de l’Oriana, un paquebot de ligne, en direction de la Nouvelle Zélande. Après trois semaines à jouer les touristes autour de l’île du Sud, ma curiosité a pris le dessus, et je suis allé rendre visite à une compagnie d'hélicoptères qui travaillait à l'aéroport de Nelson (une petite ville néozélandaise, qui a beaucoup en commun avec notre Nelson). La compagnie m’a offert un travail sur le champ et je commençais le jour même. Je n’avais pas prévu ce rebondissement, mais quel meilleur moyen de voir du pays que depuis un hélicoptère tout en étant payé?! Pendant deux ans, j’ai passé l'été austral à piloter
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It’s easy! Just snap a photo of your newspaper art project using recycled Nelson Star newspapers, upload the photo to the Nelson Star Newspaper Art Contest site. Photos uploaded by midnight on March 27, 2013 will be judged by a panel of judges. The TOP 10 projects in both the kids and adult categories will be chosen by our judges, and will then be open for public voting from April 1-7, 2013. The project with the top votes, in both categories, by midnight April 7, 2013 will win.
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Jussi Oksanen, Bryan Fox and Terje Håkonsen round out the 16 riders that are getting ready for a week at Baldface Lodge to compete at Red Bull Ultra Natural. Travis Rice assigned the final rider nominations to event host Baldface Lodge along with Snowboarder Magazine and TransWorld SNOWboarding Magazine. With the wildcards and various nominations in, at the starting line 10 course vets will meet six riders coming in fresh. Red Bull Ultra Natural is set to redefine what is possible in snowboard competition on a single day and a single dream snowboard run during the February 15 to 21 holding period. For Baldface Lodge’s pick, owner Jeff Pensiero gathered the opinions of the guides, cat drivers and the staff, who have the chance to witness many of the world’s best riders drop into Baldface’s terrain all winter long. But this winter, Håkon-
sen again proved himself one of the best in the world as he opened up “Pressure Chute” on the 10th anniversary recognition of legendary snowboarder and guide Craig Kelly’s passing. “In honour of Craig’s passing, I invited a small crew to come ride and dedicate a handmade cross on the ridge above the lodge,” explained Pensiero. “We had the opportunity to do lots of riding and line scoping. Eventually, we headed up to one of the gnarlier, more committing lines in the tenure, a pencil thin chute I have had my eye on for years but no one had ridden. We were looking and basically saying ‘Is that even really rideable?’ when we heard a binding strap clicking away above us and a Norwegian accent declared ‘I better do this before one of you snakes me!’ and off he went. “Terje straight-lined then named, the Pressure Chute that day, and I felt like I had witnessed Michael Jordan dunk the winning shot. I truly believe that he is not only a
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legend who rides a snowboard with Viking-like conviction, but that he will possibly even step up and win this competition. “It is an honour to give him the opportunity to compete with the best riders on the planet again, in the best snowboarding competition ever.” Invited riders for the 2013 Red Bull Ultra Natural started arriving in the Nelson area earlier this week and include: Travis Rice, Gigi Rüf, Nicolas Müller, Lucas Debari, Kazuhiro Kokubo, Jake Blauvelt, David Carrier-Porcheron, Eero Niemela, Terje Håkonsen, Mark McMorris, Pat Moore, Mikey Rencz, Torstein Horgmo, Bode Merrill, Jussi Oksanen and Bryan Fox. The actual competition takes place depending on weather conditions. Organizers have between this Friday and next Thursday to make it happen. Fans can tune in to NBC on March 30 at 10:30 a.m. to catch Red Bull Ultra Natural presented by Nike Snowboarding.
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Family Day Photo Contest Show us what you did this first Family Day! Post your Family Day photo to the Nelson Star website for a chance to win a great prize package including four Whitewater lift tickets and the winning photo will be enlarged to an 8x10 and you will receive 2 professionally printed copies, one on Fine Art Paper and the other on stretched canvas by Kokanee Camera. The print photo will also be professionally framed by Kate Bridger. Go to www.nelsonstar.com, click on contests and the Family Day Contest link, then follow the instructions to register and submit your photo.
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Pee Wee Reps Lose Heartbreaker The Nelson Pee Wee Reps lost a heartbreaker to Castlegar on Monday afternoon, eliminating the locals from a chance at the Tier III Provincials. After losing to Castlegar 6-3 in the opening game of the first-to-four-points West Kootenay final on Sunday, Nelson needed a win or a tie to stay alive. The two teams battled back-andforth throughout the entire game and with a minute left it looked like the locals were going to force a third game with the the contest tied 3-3. Then with 20 seconds left in the period, Castlegar converted to make the score 4-3. The visitors hung on for the win and the West Kootenay bragging rights. Castlegar now advances to the BC Hockey Tier III Provincials in Creston next month. Bob Hall photo
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• Between February 7 and March 15, 2013 monthly membership holders can choose to cancel their membership and receive a prorated credit on their account back dated to January 28, 2013.
• Program registrants - all aquatic programs are cancelled for the remainder of the winter session or until March 31, 2013, including spring break. Depending upon the program, customers may receive a pro-rated or a full refund of registration fees.
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Winifred Hazel Halsey Born in 1912 Passed January 30, 2013 Winifred Hazel Halsey passed away peacefully on January 30, 2013 at Mountain Lake Seniors Community in Nelson B.C. She was born in Littlewick, England in 1912. She was predeceased by her parents Edith and Harry Russel of South Slocan B.C., her brother Jim of Glasgow, Scotland, sister Marjorie of Tsawassen B.C., and Tom, her loving husband of 65 years,; grandchildren, Terri -Lee Halsey and Shaun Skene, and son-in-law Ron Skene. She is survived by her sister “Bea” Palmer, children Gordon (Phyllis), Ken (Shirley), Hazel, and grandchildren Keith (Carol), Kevin, Brad, and Sarah (Steve). Great grandchildren, Cynthia, Carlie and Shauna McLean of Anmore, BC. The family emigrated to Canada, settling at South Slocan where “Win” attended elementary school. Growing up in South Slocan the family enjoyed many hiking, Àshing, swimming and picnic outings and Win played tennis. Many days where spent at the South Slocan Pool swimming and looking for arrowheads. While attending Nelson High School, she was recruited at age 17 to take Nurse’s Training in the Kootenay Lake Hospital, Nelson. She graduated as Validictorian of her class. While nursing in Nelson she met Tom whom she married in 1935. They raised their children in a house Tom built in Fairview. Mum was active in the Church of Redeemer, singing in the choir and serving on the Womens’ Auxiliary and Altar Guild and also on the auxiliary for the Hospital. Her interest in the outdoors coincided with 'ad’s keen interest in Àshing and boating on Kootenay Lake. Family holidays were frequently spent on the boat and camping around Kootnay Lake. It was not uncommon for Mum to catch more Àsh than 'ad. They enjoyed dancing with the Scottish Country Dance Club in Nelson, and square dancing in Kaslo and Nelson. Where-ever Mum lived she cultivated a Áower and vegetable garden. Her interest in family history took her back to England to visit her birthplace in the family home in Littlewick and the vacation spots in Bath, Looe and Pulpero. As well she visited Jim and family in Glasgow. While brieÁy living in Kaslo, Mum worked with her husband in the Hardware store. While there, they took up golÀng and Mum served as Club president. After retiring in Nelson they returned to Kaslo where they built a new home. Their motor home took Win and Tom to golf courses and Àshing streams throughout southern B.C and Vancouver Island. A visit by “Gran” and “Grandad” to Vancouver or Victoria always included a golf game with Keith, Kevin, Gordon and Phyllis. After several years in Kaslo they moved back to Nelson and continued to enjoy their many outdoor activities with family and friends. Mum enjoyed a nightly crib game with Dad and card games with her grandchildren; she played the piano; she enjoyed a good joke and she had a reputation as a kind and generous neighbour – often assisting them with professional nursing duties. She joined with the rest of the family when we all learned to ski and she curled with Dad in Nelson. In her last years at Mountain Lake Senior Community she had a reputation for being a spunky and enthusiastic participant in wheel chair races; she was a ready participant in the bingo and the music sessions. We thank all the staff at Mountain Lake for their professional care, compassion and good humour while looking after Mum. Cremation has taken place. A celebration of her life will take place at a later date.
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4 IRS ID 5 TV drama about Alex, Teddy, Georgie and Frankie Reed 6 Vagabond 7 News piece 8 X-ray units 9 Linguistic suffix 10 Pickled 11 Purple __: New Hampshire state flower 12 Word with travel or talent 13 Underworld 18 Zippy flavor 19 Most nasty 24 Bone: Pref. 25 NH summer hours 26 Quite a blow 27 Tall runners 28 Footnote ref. 29 Mount Narodnaya’s range 30 __ orange 33 Thin paper 34 Nap 35 Slave Scott
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Real Estate Mobile Homes & Parks Grand Forks 1200 sq ft older mobile on own lot, taxes $100.00 yearly seniors. Rental suite brings in $450/m. 400 sq ft living room w/fireplace. Duplex lot. Furnished. 250-4427130. View at 3010 1st Rd.
Rentals Apt/Condo for Rent 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. Nelson: Wanted mature responsible quiet person for newly renovated, 2 bdrm, lake view, walk to town, parking N/P N/S W/D avail $725. 352-5634 or 208 304-5297
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Proposed TELUS Telecommunications Facility SUBJECT: Wireless Tri-pole Tower, 70 m (231 ft) tall with a 7.93 m2 (85 sq ft) shelter at the base
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Nelson Community Services Centre is seeking a livein caretaker (individual or small family) for their youth housing program - Cicada Place. Position to commence March 30, 2013.
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Attention: Lena Horswill, MA Executive Director #201 – 518 Lake Street Nelson, BC V1L 4C6 Or e-mail to: ncsc@netidea.com Closing Date: February 22nd, 2013
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A pair of losses on a western road trip by the Nelson Junior Leafs over the weekend helped hand the Neil Murdoch Division top seed to the Castlegar Rebels. The Leafs lost 5-2 Friday night to the Sicamous Eagles and followed it up with a 5-4 overtime loss Saturday against the Revelstoke Grizzlies. The Rebels won all three of their weekend games and now sit six points ahead of the Leafs with two games remaining. The best the Leafs can now hope for is second place. They currently sit two points ahead of the Beaver Valley Nitehawks and will end the regular season this coming weekend with a home-andhome against the Rebels. Castlegar has won four in a row; the Leafs have lost five in a row. On Friday night it was the Leafs who scored first when Dallon Stoddart notched his eighth goal of the season on the powerplay. Sicamous tied the score before the period ended. Nelson regained the lead five minutes into the second with a goal by captain Colton Schell, but that was all the Leafs could muster. Sicamous scored four unanswered goals to earn the victory. On Saturday night the Leafs had their offence rolling for the first half of the game which enabled Nelson to build a 4-1 lead by the late stages of the second period. But Revelstoke came storming back, scoring one late in the second and two more in the third, to force overtime. With 20 seconds left in the extra frame, Brayden Beckley scored on Nelson goalie Marcus Beesley to hand the Leafs the loss. Nelson travels to Castlegar on Friday and returns to the Nelson and District Community Complex on Saturday. The puck drops at 7 p.m. on the final game of the regular season.
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Opportunity for the blending cultures EMILY MARKHOLM Special to the Nelson Star
In today’s day and age Canada prides itself on being such a diverse community, when really we often do not have a chance in our lifetime to be exposed to many of these diverse cultures. A group of 16 L.V. Rogers students and a group of 16 students from Fort McPherson, North West Territories have been given the chance to experience diverse cultures in full depth. With funding from the YMCA, each group will have the chance to spend one week in the other’s community. As you are reading this, the students of Chief Julius school are visiting Nelson. In the past weeks we have been frantically preparing for their arrival. We are thrilled that they are finally here. We have many activities planned for the students while they visit Nelson. On the holiday Monday we went skiing at the Salmo ski hill. The majority of these students have never seen mountains, especially not ones as large as we have here. By taking them skiing, we hope to have them experience our vibrant mountain culture. We will also go snowshoeing at Kootenay Pass. We will teach them how to use avalanche transceivers and other equipment, as they live in a place with rolling hills and do not have to worry about avalanche dangers. Friday will be spent as a community service day. Throughout the day we will be visiting various locations around Nelson, including Our Daily Bread. We also have a banquet planned
at the Hume Hotel that evening to thank our sponsors and say goodbye to the Fort
McPherson students. The blending of two cultures is going to give our two
groups life experience that you can’t find in many places. It is amazing to know
that we were chosen for this exchange. Emily Markholm is an L.V. Rogers student.
Strutters Styles has moved! Now located at 901 Front Street (Cedar & Front) Next door to Vitality Chiropractic Clinic and across the street from SK Electronics. Parking available in the back.
We bring you a wide variety of quality used clothing. There’s always something new to see at Strutters Styles. We also buy lightly used contemporary clothing.