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Vol.10 • Issue 23
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Thursday, June 6, • 2013
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A far-reaching and relatively heavily promoted event designed to marshal support against the Enbridge Northern Gateway Pipeline and expansion of a Kinder Morgan pipeline in Southern B.C. went off Sunday afternoon at the Brilliant Cultural Centre. A look at the packed parking lot gave a strong hint as per the crowd inside, estimated at 250 - 300 people. There was a strong influence of Doukhobor and Aboriginal folks at the centre and several of the speakers were reached for comment during a recess in the proceedings. “I think it’s tremendous to see so many people here,” said BC Southern Interior Member of Parliament Alex Atamanenko, scanning the large room. “This is an im-
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portant issue for the environment. People are concerned. As I mentioned in my speech, I’m thrilled this is happening at the Brilliant Cultural Centre where we have this gathering of people, not only from our area but from outside our country… folks from Peru, some from Colville (WA). It’s an important issue and it’s not going to go away.” Atamanenko feels a change in energy policy is needed soon, with strong emphasis on the green-component. “An energy strategy that will create jobs, combat climate change,” he said, “we can do it.” The MP was asked how he felt the typical attendee would feel about supporting such measures with their pocketbook. “I think most people would be willing to pay a bit more if they knew the money they were paying... Continued on P. A2
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An intense evening at Stanley Humphries Secondary School was culminated on Saturday, June 1 with the crowning of the new Miss Castlegar (Hannah Streleoff, above right), and Miss Castlegar Princess Rachel teBulte. “I can’t even think of the right words right now,” said Streleoff. I’m just so excited. I couldn’t ask for someone better to be at my side.” As for the princess’ reaction, teBulte said, “I was just so excited to have a chance to reign with one of these wonderful ladies.” Jim Sinclair
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