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On Tuesday, July 9 workers at Zellstoff Celgar pulp mill learned approximately 85 employees will be let go over the next five years, with the majority of employees to be affected over the next 12 months.

Mercer International Inc. says the workforce reduction comes after conducting a comprehensive assessment, saying in a press release the reduction is intended to improve its competitiveness with other pulp producers.

The planned reduction will affect both hourly and salaried employees.

“It was extremely disappointing to our executive and our membership to hear the company’s position on the planned job losses that will occur,” said Mike Conci, president of the Pulp, Paper and Woodworkers of Canada, Local 1 on Wednesday. “This affects our union brothers and sisters and management staff employees that work at Celgar.

Many people’s lives in our communities have been affected in

“We know the number of positions but it’s difficult to know the employees that are going to go because there is quite a process in the collective agreement around seniority that we need to work though,” – Kevin Anderson, managing director of operations.

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a very negative way.

We will need to focus on those affected and offer any assistance we can during these difficult times.”

Kevin Anderson, managing director of operations and technical at Celgar spoke with the Castlegar News the day the job cuts were announced.

“It’s an unfortunate reality for some people here,” said Anderson. “Though we are doing our best to minimize the impact to employees. One of the key things is that we’re looking to offer,

as much as possible, voluntary alternatives for senior employees to depart and lessen the impact to some of our junior employees.

“There are some unknowns, in particular with those covered under the collective agreement.

We know the number of positions but it’s difficult to know the employees that are going to go because there is quite a process in the collective agreement around seniority that we need to work though.”

Some senior em-

ployees affected by the restructuring will be offered early retirement incentives.

Anderson added the company is doing its best to be “as fair and generous” with those incentives as possible.

He said once it’s better known who will take the voluntary options it will be easier to ascertain who will be leaving involuntarily.

“It is essential for the long term viability and sustainability of the Celgar mill that it maintains a com-

petitive cost structure compared to other producers in the face of ever increasing costs and other challenges”, said Mercer’s President and Chief Executive Officer, Jimmy Lee in a release.

Celgar plans to continue to operate with an annual capacity of approximately 520,000 air-dried metric tons of market northern bleached softwood kraft pulp.

It is also expected that approximately 370 employees will remain at the mill when the cuts are complet-

ed at the end of 2017.

Since purchasing the mill in 2005, Mercer has allocated approximately $140 million in capital improvements to the Celgar mill.

Information provided by Celgar shows about $52 million was pumped into the local economy in wages and benefits in 2012.

One of the largest employers in the West Kootenay region, Celgar has been providing high-paying jobs for many people in Castlegar for more than 50 years.

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Two of three items on the agenda at a Special Meeting of the Council of the City of Castlegar on Wednesday, July 3 involved big money.

The first item was the approval of the 2013 to 2015 paving program. Selkirk Paving was awarded the contract worth a three-year total of $992,493.50 plus GST. Only two bids were received, the other coming from Power Paving. Their bid of $1,186,745.50 was considerably more than the budgeted $976,000.

Selkirk paving has held the city’s paving contract for the past six years.

A list of roads to be paved will be forthcoming from city staff and posted to the city’s website.

The other item, drawing much more comment from councillors, was the Millennium Ponds Project at Twin Rivers Park.

Marwest Industries was awarded a contract for the construction of the three ponds in the amount of $1,084,922 plus GST. This contract added another $425,000 to the 2013 budget and the community’s Five Year Plan, all of it coming from internal reserve fund borrowing.

Coun. Kevin Chernoff said the Marwest tender appeared most beneficial to the community after careful evaluation of contracts. He also suggested the city would

work with Marwest to possibly bring the project in at a lower final cost.

Coun. Sue Heaton-Sherstobitof f questioned the extra spending and raised questions concerning flooding of the lower pond during the high water season.

“The price just keeps going up and up for ponds that could be flooded,” said Heaton-Sherstobitoff.

“One in 10 years or one in 20 years or even more so, at $1.6 million dollars; I’m pretty sure the taxpayers would want to know why $1.6 million and it’s not useable all the time.”

Chris Barlow, director of public works and transportation, said the flooding was evaluated and was a “decision point” on the project going forward.

“It is a one-off project, it is in an environmentally sensitive area and it is a high profile project for the city,” said Barlow.

“There’s a lot of engineering that has gone into it and a lot of approvals have gone into it and some of the cost increases that have gone into it have been things like archaeological assessments, environmental monitoring as well as some of the construction costs that were higher than anticipated than when the bids came in.

“As we’ve figured out more and more of what is required on this project, the budget has come along with it.”

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Chernoff said the ponds proj-

Twin Rivers Park in Castlegar on March 9, 2013. The area seen here is due for a major overhaul with the construction of three ponds, now valued at more than a million dollars. The project was one of three items discussed at a Special Meeting of City of Castlegar Council Wednesday, July 3.

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ect was one brought forward by the community and was “the vision for that area.”

“It’s kind of a keystone for anything else that happens in that park,” said Chernoff. Coun. HeatonSherstobitoff said the public might re-think the spending in light of the flooding and spending increases.

Coun. Deb McIntosh said she was in favour of the project but asked where the cap on spending would be.

“What you have

in that total number, is the number that we see as worst case.

There is hope that we would be able to bring the project in under that,” responded CAO John Malcolm.

Both spending measures were approved.

The item that didn’t involve significant spending was the appointment of Carolyn Rempel as the new Chief Election Officer for the 2013 by-election, coming about due to the retirement of Coun. Russ Hearne.

John Malcolm and Nicole Brown were also appointed Deputy Chief Election Officers.

The Chief Electoral Officer will receive remuneration of $800 and the Deputy Chief Election Officers will receive $550.

The by-election is set for Saturday, September 14.

The next regular council meeting is slated to be held Monday, July 15 in the Community Forum at #101 - 445 13th Avenue.

ads will come out in the paper for the notice of the nomination period,” said Rempel on Friday, July 5.

“That’s when people can start coming in to City Hall and picking up the nomination papers. The window for them to actually file and declare as candidates starts on July 30 at 9 a.m. and ends at 4 p.m. on Friday, August 9.”

She said candidates need to be aware of a number of require-

ments under the Local Government Act. “I do meet with all of the people when they come in to pick up their packages, just to go over what the rules and regulations are,” she said. “From time to time there are things that come up, usually regarding placement of elections signs and that kind of thing; it’s usually pretty minor.”

Watch the Castlegar News for interviews with those running.

By-election details

marvin beatty Castlegar News Reporter

Carolyn Rempel, Chief Election Officer for the upcoming by-election in Castlegar, has laid out the timelines for candidates wishing to come forward for city council.

The by-election was called due to the resignation of Russ Hearne and will take place on Saturday, Sept. 14.

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News Slocan Lake Dance Camp July 25-28, NEW DENVER At loggerheads over where the chips may fall Marvin Beatty Castlegar News Reporter

Kootenay West MLA Katrine Conroy has blasted Steve Thomson, Minister of Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations, over what she sees as a “sweetheart deal” that Thomson signed off on regarding the long-term export of wood chips, but Thomson fired back saying the deal is “nothing new” and provisions allow for the exports to be curtailed if domestic supply shortages arise.

Conroy joined forest critic Norm Macdonald in raising the issue in the legislature on Thursday, July 4.

The following day she issued a release saying the deal (with Fibreco, a consortium which, as part of their business, exports surplus B.C. wood chips to overseas pulp and paper manufacturing markets in Asia) could have “significant implications on B.C.’s pulp mills, including Celgar.”

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problem gets worse, it’s only going to get harder for mills to get chips,” said Conroy. “Yet the minister signed a sweetheart deal just before the election that locks a significant amount of wood chips in for export for 10 years.

“This puts jobs in B.C. — including here in the Kootenays — at risk.”

Conroy’s release also said Thomson signed an Order in Council on Jan. 30 granting a 10-year export permit for 300,000 bone-dry units (BDU) of wood chips, but it wasn’t until mid-March that the Chip Export Advisory Committee consumers’ sub-committee learned of the order.

Reached by telephone in Kelowna on Friday, July 5, Thomson balked at the suggestion the deal was

handled outside of normal channels and that it would have any effect on jobs in Castlegar or anywhere else in B.C. “It’s two separate permits: 200,000 BDU for three years and 300,000 BDU for 10 years that was approved,” said Thomson. “The concerns raised are what happens if there’s a future chip shortage or supply shortage, but what’s important to recognize is that each of these permits contains a clause that the export may not be allowed if shortages arise. If shortages arise, we have the capacity to not approve the export.

“The application made by Fibreco was reviewed by our advisory committee, the Chip Export Advisory Committee, that we have in place.

The original application was for a 500,000 BDU per year for ten years. That request was reviewed and we took into consideration both the concerns of the committee and also Fibreco’s request for a longer term contract to help secure their investment in jobs and investment in the facili-

Minister of Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations, Steve Thomson

ty. What we approved was an export permit for 200,000 BDU for three years and 300,00 for the longer term.”

Conroy’s release noted that Merl Fichtner, chair of the sub-committee, said in an April 19 letter to Thomson it was the length of the deal that was the biggest area of concern. He said with a looming timber shortage, it’s “impossible to determine today that a volume of chips will be surplus to the requirements of facilities in British Columbia over the next 10 years.”

“There are a number of other operations around the province that have export pemits for surplus chips,” countered Thomson. “Fibreco has had an ex-

port permit for chips since 1978. They’ve averaged 300,000 BDU since 1978, so this is not new.

“That’s the reason we also only approved the 200,000 BDU for three years, because it gives us an opportunity to review the supply situation in that three-year period and they will have to come back again with an application for any renewal or extension of that permit.”

Thomson said he plans on discussing the issue further with members of the users group in the “nottoo-distant future” and praised Fibreco as an important partner in the forest industry.

“Fibreco employs over a hundred people and supports hundreds of green forestry jobs in B.C.,” he said. “They are also a major service to the industry in exporting wood pellets. About 18 per cent of their volume is wood chips for export and they sell chips domestically as well.”

Thomson added he couldn’t see any impacts to the Celgar pulp mill facility at this point in time.

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CITY OF CASTLEGAR 2013 LOCAL GOVERNMENT BY-ELECTION NOTICE OF NOMINATION Public Notice is given to the electors of the City of Castlegar that nominations for the office of: Councillor – 1 position for a 14 month term (October, 2013 to November, 2014), will be received by the Chief Election Officer during regular office hours, as follows:

At City Hall, 460 Columbia Avenue, Castlegar, B.C. between the hours of 9:00 a.m. on Tuesday, July 30, 2013 to 4:00 p.m. on Friday, August 9, 2013, excluding Statutory holidays and weekends.

Nomination documents are available at the City of Castlegar office during regular office hours (8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.), Monday through Friday, excluding Statutory Holidays.

QUALIFICATIONS FOR OFFICE

A person is qualified to be nominated, elected, and to hold office as a member of local government if they meet the following criteria: • Canadian citizen; • 18 years of age or older; • resident of British Columbia for at least 6 months immediately before the day nomination papers are filed; and • not disqualified by the Local Government Act or any other enactment from voting in an election in British Columbia or from being nominated for, being elected to, or holding office.

LIST OF REGISTERED ELECTORS

Beginning July 30, 2013 until the close of general voting for the By-election on September 14, 2013, a copy of the list of registered electors will, upon signature, be available for public inspection, at Castlegar City Hall, 460 Columbia Avenue, Castlegar, BC, between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., Monday to Friday, excluding statutory holidays.

In accordance with the Local Government Act, the City of Castlegar will be using the provincial voters list as the register of resident electors for the upcoming Local Government By-Election to be held Saturday, September 14, 2013.

If your name is not on the list of registered electors and you meet the qualifications as a resident elector or a non-resident property elector, you may register on voting day by producing at least two pieces of acceptable identification, one of which must have your signature and providing proof of residency or property ownership. To register as a Non-resident property elector you must also produce written consent of the majority of the property owners (if there is more than one registered owner for the property).

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Editorial

Editor: Jim Sinclair Unit 2 - 1810 8th Avenue, Castlegar, B.C. V1N 2Y4 Publication Mail Agreement Number 40012905

Give a rip this time?

The Castlegar Chamber of Commerce is hosting a by-election debate for the candidates running for City Council in our fair city. It is set for Tuesday, Aug. 27 at 7 p.m. at the Sandman Inn, 1944 Columbia Avenue.

Will the Castlegar electorate turn out for a debate involving local political candidates or will voter apathy rear its ugly head again?

The all-candidates forum held in May, for those vying for the Kootenay-West MLA seat, was abysmal. Less than one per cent of eligible voters took an interest in learning more about those who sought to represent us at the Legislature.

Is it that the collective masses feel they already know enough about these candidates?

Even if one of the candidates running for a seat on council is your next-door neighbour, do you know where they officially stand on issues you care about?

“We want as many people there as possible,” said Tammy Verigin-Burk, executive director of the Castlegar Chamber of Commerce. “Even though it’s a summer night, I think a lot of people will be there. It’s creating quite a bit of interest.

“Based on how many candidates there are [currently three confirmed] and the fact that people want it, we decided to go ahead and host one.”

The format has not been finalized but it is expected to run about two hours.

One can only hope residents jump at the chance to learn more about those running.

The decisions made by local politicians directly influence day-to-day life and wallets.

Let’s see pertinent questions on important matters from more people this time.

We want to hear from you.

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Off the Line - Karen Haviland

Fun in the Sun I’m a beach bum. To me, there is nothing better than the feel of gritty sand between my toes and the warm summer sun upon my head.

Some of my best memories stem from days long since passed in which my brothers and I would sneak off, unbeknownst to mom and dad, down to Lake Union in Seattle.

Mom and dad were fussbudgets when it came to their children around water. They demanded that we always have an adult supervising us, even if we were all of 14. Now, you all know that adults, teenagers and the beach just don’t mix. After all, how much real teenage fun can you possibly have when at least one pair of adult eyes is fixed upon your every move?

The trek down to Lake Union was not an easy one. The incline was so steep that most times we butt scuttled down the hill right to the bottom.

Difficult – yes. But it was well worth it when we finally reached the cooling waters of the normally placid lake.

Usually there were eight or ten of us who would meet at the lake for a day of frolicking in the cool, clear water. That’s when we would cut loose and, far from the prying eyes and ears of adults pretend we were adults complete with foul language and raunchy tales.

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Sometimes one or the other would whip out a pack of forbidden cigarettes and we would toughly puff our lungs out, hacking and coughing the whole time believing we were the coolest kids ever. Ha! It really was harmless fun, for the most part, even when someone suggested we go skinny dipping. Thinking of that in itself makes me grin as I write this. Of course, someone had to suggest it, and the other sheep would follow. Baaaaa.

Turning our backs to each other, we would quickly divest ourselves of our bathing suits and run, as fast as we could, into the water hoping that the water would cover our scrawny, gangly, teenage bodies.

Of course, the unspoken rule was that we always swam far enough away from each other that we never really did get to see anything risqué. But we sure did feel risqué.

Of course, someone had to always spoil that. In one case it was my brother who yelled, “Hey look! I see a whale!”

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grand finale with his head, torso and legs under the water and his chubby butt poking above the surface. I guess we were wrong – there was one whale in the lake that day.

Our summers were spent down at Lake Union, always scurrying back up that incline at the end of the day in a race to beat mom and dad home from work.

Mom and dad would arrive home and ask their children how their day was. With angelic, sun-kissed faces, we would always tell them that the day was a bit boring. That wasn’t a very bright thing to do. If you had parents like my parents, their stock answer to being bored was, “If you’re bored I can find something for you to do.” We soon learned to leave out the bored part and began improvising several stories of which we were sure they would approve.

I often think about those long, lazy days on Lake Union and it sometimes shocks me to realize that I am heading into my 61st year. Despite the passage of years, the kid inside of me remains, and that includes my love of the water.

I hope you have a great summer around the water.

Please stay safe.

Sandy Leonard Production

Theresa Hodge Office Manager

Castlegar News Thursday, July 11, 2013

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Have you heard the news? Did you know that 10th Avenue South has been selected by our elected officials to be the first residential location to have a billboard installed? She’s a beaut!

This monstrosity would be a joke if it wasn’t such an eyesore. Did you know this project visually obstructs the newly erected Cobra Climb sign? Do you suppose this billboard is a reason for our three per cent property tax increase?

Do you know our money has been used for a billboard that

further limits the parking at the Cobra Climb entrance?

Do you suppose the finance chair plans to give a tax rebate to the 10th Avenue residents to do front lawn repairs now that they are becoming parking lots?

Or maybe a special levy will be charged the residents for the privilege of being

the first Castlegar residents to have a billboard on their street. Or, maybe the residential billboards are the flavour of the month for Communities in Bloom.

Is there a city bylaw regarding billboards? How long do you think it will be before there is a photo opportunity arrangedwith

Castleview issues yet to be resolved, says HEU MARVIN Beatty Castlegar News Reporter

Members of the Hospital Employees Union (HEU) at Castleview Care Centre reached a new collective agreement with their employer in June, settling some issues regarding wages and contracting out but are still frustrated with other aspects of benefits and providing care to residents.

The senior care facility’s parent company, Chantelle Management Ltd., is headquartered in Langley, B.C. and the company runs assisted living, long term care and retirement residences in California, Alberta, and B.C. The new agreement at the 61-bed facility covers about 70 union members including care aides, Licensed Professional Nurses, housekeeping, maintenance and dietary staff and expires September 2015.

“HEU members at the Castleview Care Centre recently ratified a new collective

Thanks to the police, fire department and ambulance personnel (even off-duty) and passersby who came to the aid of a woman who had fallen in front of City Hall. Great to see people who jump in and help.

Spanks to the City of Castlegar for continuing to water parks heavily everyday, rain or shine, while residents have alternating

agreement that provides modest wage increases to staff [3.75 per cent over three years] and ensures that no contracting out will occur during the term of the agreement,” said Mike Old, HEU communications director.

“We’ve renegotiated ‘no contracting out protection’ which will protect residents from disruption to their care that has resulted from contracting out and contract flipping in many other facilities.”

Old said many members are frustrated by issues like workload.

“I know they wish they had more time to spend dealing with personal care needs of the seniors in their care,” he said. “For instance, the care aides at Castleview also have to do the laundry so that takes away from their ability to provide dietary and health services.

“They used to be in the province-wide agreement but the BC Liberals in 2009 changed the rules

around funded longterm care facilities so some operators were able to apply to leave the province-wide master agreement.

Some did it with the specific rationale of reducing wage and benefit costs. It’s very hard to win these things back.”

When reached for comment, Chantelle Group issued a press release noting staff at Castleview have an employer-matche d RRSP plan for their retirement and agreed the new contract provides a three year period of stability for the residents.

“We take pride in delivering a high level of care 24/7 for all our

residents,” said Sherry Watson, Castleview administrator in the release.

The HEU has a total of about 220 members in Castlegar with about 100 at the hospital and Talarico Place (covered by province-wide agreement expiring March 31, 2014) and 50 at Castlewood Village (covered by a multisite agreement with other Golden Life facilities expiring March 31, 2015).

Old said the substitution of an RRSP plan for a defined benefit pension plan was “a big loss for workers, and a big saving for the company that operates Castleview.”

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However, the important point about sunscreens is to reapply after swimming or if you sweat a lot.

Weight gain is one of the reasons people hesitate to stop smoking. However, the benefits of better heart health far outweigh the gaining of 5-10 pounds. Stopping smoking also lowers risk of diabetes.

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One good habit to get into during summer's hot days is to drink water rather than sweetened soft drinks. One can of non-diet soft drink can contain sweetening products equal to up to 8 of those bags of sugar you find on restaurant tables. Water is a better choice to quench that summer thirst.

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Thanks to the lady who filled up our gas tank on the way home from Spokane. It was great and we’ll pay it forward.

the billboard? Do you suppose money from the community grants program was reallocated to build and install the billboard?

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Community Calendar

Thursday, July 11, 2013 Castlegar News

Tell us about your upcoming event, email: reporter@castlegarnews.com

Upcoming Saturday July 13: Foodbank Charity Carwash and BBQ starts

at 10 a.m. Any food or monetary donations much appreciated and will go to an outstanding cause. Please join us and get your car washed up and enjoy a hotdog or hamburger while you wait. We look forward to seeing anyone who can make it.

Saturday July 13 Slocan Narrows Archaeological Site field

school public open house with lectures by Nathan Goodale and guided tours. 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Suggested donation of $10 to cover BBQ lunch served by Slocan Valley Heritage Trail Society; proceeds going toward interpretive signage and enhancements along the Slocan Valley Rail Trail. More info: 250-3552397. saturday july 13: The Old theatre presents a free movie

Harry Potter and the Philosophers Stone, at 1:30 p.m. The Old Theatre is located at 185 Columbia Avenue in Castlegar.

Visit www.theoldtheatre.com or find them on Facebook.

Monday July 15 - Friday july 19: Vacation Bible School at Cas-

tlegar Baptist Church, 419 7th Ave. Children grades K – 6 are invited for a fantastic week of games, crafts, snacks, great fun, skits and Bible lessons. There is no charge. 9 a.m. to noon each day. Register at www.castlegarbaptistchurch.com or call 250365-7373.

Thursday July 18: Fiddle concert and dance part of the an-

nual fiddle camp at Selkirk College put on by BC Old Time Fiddlers #9. 7 p.m. at Kinnaird Community Church Hall, 1250 26th St. Castlegar. Admission: $7 for adults, $3 for kids 12 and under. See and hear what these great instructors can do when the spotlight shines on them. saturday July 20: Pass Creek Gospel Music Festival at the

Pass Creek Exhibition Grounds, 6:30 p.m. – 8:45 p.m. Outdoor Gospel Music concert featuring local and out of province musicians singing/playing traditional hymns and todays gospel songs.

Bring lawn chairs. Admission by donation. More info, call John at 250-365-7456

saturday july 20 castlegar trail build day 10 - 2 p.m. at

Merry Creek Parking Lot. BBQ after provided by Castlegar Friends of Parks and Trails. We have tools but rakes, shovels and clippers would be great. We’ll work on the new dual direction

trail (Merry Go Round). Find us on Facebook at Castlegar Mountain Bike Society. Thanks to the 30+ people who showed up last time! Great way to meet like minded people!

Saturday july 20: “Save the Ta Ta’s car wash” starting at noon

at Lion’s Head Smoke and Brew Pub. The Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation has donated ribbons and bracelets to wear and show your support. Come out and help us raise money for breast cancer research at 2629 Broadwater Road in Robson. saturday July 27: Kootenay Festival at Heritage Way across

from the airport and adjacent to the Doukhobor Discovery Centre and The Kootenay Gallery of Art. Full schedule of day’s events: www.kootenayfestival. com Tuesday August 27: By-election

debate at the Sandman Hotel in Castlegar 7 - 9 p.m. sponsored by the Castlegar Chamber of Commerce.

Ongoing

ONGOING: Treasure Shop week of July 12 to 20 — All men’s

clothing & men’s shoes 2 for 1. Check out in-store specials as well. Please volunteer any amount of time you have to spare at our Treasure Shop and Gift Shop. Such a rewarding experience! Donations greatly appreciated on Mondays and Saturdays if at all possible. Thanks to all for the support.

ONGOING: Free Open Mic in the Art Farm community garden

downtown by the bowling alley and hospital auxiliary thrift shop. Custom built purple stage from Raccoon Carpentry. Open to musicians and any other kinds of performers. Last Wednesday of every month until early fall.

All welcome to come out and enjoy. 7 - 9 p.m. Email dsoukoroff17@hotmail.com for more info. ongoing: Monday nights this summer from 5:30 - 7 p.m.

Endless Adventure crew will in front of the Lion’s Head Pub in Robson offering free testing of a variety of water crafts (kayaks, paddle boards, etc.). Contact Meredith at 250-359-8181 for more info.

ongoing: 12th Annual Bluegrass Jamboree at Pass Creek

Exhibition Grounds just north of Castlegar begins July 12 at 2 p.m. and runs until Sunday at noon. Come out and enjoy a weekend of great music. Admis-

sion by donation. Visit www. bluegrassjamboree.ca, call either 250-365-6058 or 250-365-5538.

$5) call Deb at 250-365-6440.

ongoing: castlegar Sculpture walk and castlegar art walk:

B.C. workshop explains effective ways to care for a person with Alzheimer’s disease or another dementia. Three Tuesdays: June 11, 18 and 25. Robson community School, 3131 Waldie, Robson. Pre-registration is required.

Call 250-365-6769 or email jleffelaar@alzheimerbc.org.

Visit www.sculpturewalkcastlegar.com and www.castlegarculture.com or call the Chamber of Commerce Info Centre at 250365-6313 for details. ongoing: Castlegar Garden Club summer meeting schedule

Ongoing: Family Caregiver Series, free Alzheimer Society of

- 3rd Wednesday of the month, 6:00 p.m. at local gardens. For a change of pace, relax over potluck appetizers in a garden setting sharing garden lore. New members always welcome. More info: Rose Cheveldave at 250365-9600 or email castlegargardenclubinfo@shaw.ca.

Ongoing: Concerts in the Park

ongoing: Kids’ Summer Art Camps at the Kootenay Gal-

Ongoing: All About Breastfeeding Informative support

lery of Art. July 2, 3, 4 & 9, 10, 11 and August 20, 21, 22 & 27, 28, 29 from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Lunch from 12 – 12:30 p.m., please bring your own lunch.

Pre-registration is required. $15 per class; supplies included.

Sponsored by TECK. More info / registration form link at www. kootenaygallery.com ongoing: JULY - AUG SENIORs ACTIVITIES @ castlegar COMPLEX

MON: 10:00 Darts, 1:00 Whist.

TUES: 9:30 Floor Curling/Carpet Bowling, 1:00 Crafts, 7:00 Pool. WED: 9:30 Floor Curling, 7:00 Rummoli. THURS: 9:00 3rd Thursday is Zone 6 Sr. Games meeting, 1:00 Bingo.

FRI: 10:00 Qi Gong, 1:00 Bridge/ Crib. Open five days, 9:00 to 4:00 coffee.

ONGOING: Robson Flea Market 9

a.m. to 2 p.m. every Sunday, all summer. New vendors welcome; book early because we fill up fast.

We offer a fantastic homestyle breakfast and a large variety of items and treasures. Friends or family visiting? Bring them by.

Free door prize every week, silent auction every month and loonie table with great bargains.

For table rentals call Lynne 250365-8165.

ONGOING: Castlegar Rotary Clubs are looking for host fami-

lies for international high school students. Time frame is 2 - 3 months during the upcoming school term. If interested, call Doug Clark at 250-365-3036.

Ongoing: FARMER’S MARKET AT THE CASTLEGAR STATION MUSEUM

Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

A great variety of goods from local vendors: fruit and veggies, pies, cinnamon buns, pyrohi, borscht, jams, plants, haircuts, loofa slice soaps and a lot more.

Free coffee, too. New vendors welcome. To book a spot (only

in Castlegar at Kinnaird Park.

Wednesdays at 7 p.m. from June 12 to August 28. Concessions by the Castlegar Interact Club.

This Wednesday (17th) is Ray Bouliane (country classics and blues). More info, call Darlene 250-365-215

group for breastfeeding moms.

Neighbourhood House (behind Chopsticks) in Castlegar, Tuesdays, 10:30 - noon More info: 250-365-3662, www.kootenayfamilyplace.org ongoing: tops group meets every wednesday 8:30 a.m. to 10

a.m. at Kinnaird Hall 2320 Columbia Avenue. Round table discussion. Get motivated to eat healthy and lose weight. Join round table talks, make new friends. Monthly fee of $10.

More info call 365-7956. ongoing: sharing dinner pot

All welcome for a hot meal Tuesdays at noon at the Cadet Hall on 8th Avenue in Castlegar, two blocks from the library. No charge. Sponsored by the Stonesoup committee.

Ongoing: Castlegar A.A. meetings at the Pioneer Arena Sun.

at 10 a.m. (phone Mike at 3658302), Tues. at 7 p.m. (phone Dennis at 365-2738), Wednesday at 7 p.m., (Call Fay at 250687-0484. Thurs. at 8 p.m. (phone Jim at 365-6216) and Sat. at 8 p.m (phone Len at 3657805) ongoing: al-anon meets every Monday night AL-ANON is for

people whose lives have been affected by someone else’s drinking. Meeting every Monday 8 p.m. to 9 p.m. at 2224 6th Ave. (Kootenay Society for Community Living building.) More info call Donna 365-3168 or Eileen 365-3674. ongoing: legion meat draws every saturday Royal Cana-

dian Legion Castlegar/Robson Branch#170, 248 Columbia Ave. Doors open at 3 p.m., draws 4 - 6 p.m. every half hour with other special prizes awarded. Guests more than welcome and can be signed in by a member. Come

out and have fun with great company.

ongoing: CRAFTING for WOMEN

Wed. mornings 9 - 12, Sun Centre, above Community Services.

No cost but there may be required materials depending on project. Mocassins cost about $50. Knitting and most others - free. Volunteers needed to teach crafts / skills. Phone 250365-2104 ext. 34 or smccreight@ hotmail.com.

ongoing: Confluence Fellowship Circle A Christian gath-

ering with a Celtic flavour. We meet outside in the warmweather! Call 365-5693 to confirm time and place. What are we about? Come and see, or visit www.confluence.fellowshipcircle.com

ongoing: poker fundraiser at

the Lion’s Head Pub every Tuesday. Games start at 7 p.m. sharp and go until there is a winner.

Buy-in is $50 with 25 per cent going to charity and the rest in cash prizes. 20 players max.

ongoing: TOASTMASTERS MEETINGS Local Toastmasters club

Sentinel Speakers meets 7 to 9 p.m. at the Fireside Inn Castlegar on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month. Learn speaking skills, gain confidence and have some fun! Guests warmly welcomed. More info call Diane Cushing at 250-365-8336.

ongoing: Operation Feast es-

tablished in 2012 provides meals for members of our community.

All invited for home-cooked meals Thursdays at New Life Assembly Church, 602 - 7th Street. Doors open at 4 p.m, dinner served until 5:30 p.m. Entrance to dining area located at the back of Church. More info: Carol at 365-5734.

ongoing: Mom’s Support Group

Thursdays 10 a.m. to noon.

Castlegar Community Services, Sun Centre. All moms welcome to this loosely structured group supporting challenges of being a mom. No referral required.

Comments/queries: Sandi McCreight 250.365.2104 ext. 34 ongoing:

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Ongoing: free pool - Everyone welcome Every Saturday at the

Royal Canadian Legion, 248 Columbia Ave. Bring friends and have an afternoon of fun.

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The KIJHL Castlegar Rebels received a $2,500 boost to their general revenue — courtesy of the Travis Green Community Golf Tournament and with the help of a high-profile B.C. businessman — on Friday, July 5 at the Castlegar Golf Club.

Tom Gaglardi, owner of the NHL’s Dallas Stars and longtime supporter of the golf event, was on hand to present a cheque to Rebels’ secretary, Jean Knight.

“It’s wonderful,” said Gaglardi who is also part of the ownership group of the Kamloops Blazers. “I’m a huge hockey fan and it’s a great thing to be able to support the team. I think you learn a lot about life through hockey and it creates good men who go on to achieve a lot in other areas of society. We’ve had 20 years — an amazing run — and I have so much fun here every year. Hopefully, it won’t stop.”

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NEW Duplexes Tom Gaglardi, owner of the NHL’s Dallas Stars, shakes hands with Jean Knight, secretary of the Castlegar Rebels during a cheque presentation at the Castlegar Golf Club Friday, July 5. Also with Gaglardi, a longtime supporter of a local charity golf tournament, are organizers (L-R) Pat Metge, Stosh Uchida and Cam Barlow.

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“Thank you so much,” said Knight.

“We really appreciate it and the money will be put to good use.”

According to Pat Metge, one of the people on the organizing committee for the tournament, more than $375,000 has been donated to Castlegar’s minor sports teams and social agencies during the 21 year lifespan of the event. He said they were happy to put remaining tournament funds towards the Rebels.

The tournament

started as the Jim Young Red Cross Charity Golf Tournament, in honour of the former BC Lions player and Sandman Hotel manager, before being named after Travis Green.

Green played with five different NHL teams during his career and is now assistant general manager and assistant coach with the WHL Portland Winterhawks.

Also donated from tournament organizers, and finding a permanent home on the grounds of the Cas-

tlegar Golf Club & RV Park, is “The Golfer”; a bronze and wrought iron sculpture created

by Ossamede Obazee for Castlegar Sculpturewalk.

Gaglardi is also president of Northland Properties Corp. (the parent company of Sandman Hotels, Inns & Suites, Denny’s 24 Restaurant, Moxie’s Classic Grill, Shark CLub Bar & Grill and Northland Asset Management Company) and said he looks forward to returning to Castlegar every year.

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Community Indoor halfpipe draws big crowd marvin beatty Castlegar News Reporter

Local non profit society sk8shoes4kids benefited as amateur and professional skateboarders took to an indoor halfpipe for Bro Hymn 3 at Element Club Bar and Grill in Castlegar on Saturday, July 6.

Element general manager Florio Vassilakakis said $1,400

Bro Hymn 3, a sk8shoes4kids.org fundraiser, at Element Club Bar and Grill in Castlegar on Saturday, July 6. The event is also held in memory of Josh Evin who passed away in 2010.

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was raised through door proceeds.

The event is held to provide shoes to local youth who want to enjoy the sport and the society exists to help nurture a sense of community and give kids a positive outlet. The society was established in memory of Josh Evin, a local professional skateboarder who passed away in 2010.

Justin Evin, Josh’s brother and owner of HTR Designs in Castlegar, said the society works with a number of partners including Freedom Quest Regional Youth Services.

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Venue: Castlegar & District Public Library (#4) Medium: Paintings (Mixed Media / Abstract) Residence: Slocan Park Home: Saskatchewan Statement: Fundamental to my life is the need to create, construct and play with colour. Exploring mediums and the process of creating art, is as vital as the end result. Currently, my imaginings are realized through painting, assemblage and altered books.

Bio: For as long as I can remember I’ve been creating, and I’m always happiest making something—anything—where I can play with colour. I find inspiration in nature, my garden and

the beauty of everyday life.

Moving from Saskatchewan to the West Kootenays in the late 1980s, I delved into textiles and from 1991 to 1995 studied at Kootenay School of the Arts (KSA) under the guidance of master weaver, Judith McKenzie. I explored various mediums and styles at KSA, however, currently I paint mainly in acrylic and mixed media for both my realistic and abstract images. My interests also include self-directed studies in bookmaking, altered books and assemblage, and printmaking. Currently, I work full-time in another profession, but look forward to one day having art be my full-time pursuit.

I’m a member of the International Union of Mail Artists (IUOMA), an active member of the Federation of Canadian Artists (FCA) both

nationally and in the local West Kootenay Chapter. My artistic work can be found in collections across Canada, the U.S.A. and England.

Name: Faye Gustafson Venue: Castlegar & District Chamber of Commerce and Visitor Information Centre (#17) Medium: Oil on canvas Residence: Christina Lake Home: Williams Lake Statement: The “West” and its stories fascinate me.

From the early natives to the modern-day cowboy, their stories, along with the major role of horses, defines the strength and perseverance that has allowed them to survive in this beautiful, but sometimes harsh land.

My challenge is to capture these stories with their subject’s es-

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Our city is about to face some close Communities in Bloom scrutiny. Even though your place may not be a focal point, it will help if it’s looking its best. This is true all the time but especially when guests from out of the country pay a visit.

Judges Alain Cappelle, Landscape Architect from Nieuwpoort, Belgium, and Robert Ivision, Horticultural Specialist, from Hoddesdon, Hertfordshire, UK will arrive in Castlegar next Tuesday.

Castlegar has entered, for the first time, the International Challenge Medium, of the Communities in Bloom program Evaluation day is July 17th when the Judges will view Castlegar through the eyes of a tourist.

Six other Cities are entered in the International Challenge.

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the Winner happens at the National Conference in Ottawa in mid-October.

After arriving on Tuesday the judges will try their hand at fly-fishing on the Columbia River before enjoying a community barbecue at Pass Creek Park at 6:30 p.m.

A busy Wednesday will take the judges to Twin rivers Park at 8:30 a.m., then on to a downtown walkabout and a stop at City Hall at 9:30. Then a visit to Castlewood Village at 10:30; Blueberry School Garden Project at 11:30 before a lunch break at Kinnaird Park.

The community complex, firehall, recycling facilities and chamber of commerce will get a visit starting at 1:30 p.m. before the tour leads the judges to the Brilliant Cultural Centre at 2:15 followed by the Brilliant bridge at 3, the Mir Centre for Peace at 4, and the Kootenay Gallery at 6:30.

sence and bring it all to life on canvas.

Bio: When I was a young child my family moved onto a cattle ranch, which began my love affair with all things western that still continues to this day.

By the age of eight, I was riding horses and soon after was assisting with moving cattle and doing ranch chores. I can’t remember a time when I wanted to do anything besides work with horses and be an artist. From the age of 15 when I sold my first pencil drawing, I knew art was to be my life’s work.

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Sports Hometown boy Horcoff a true Star marvin beatty Castlegar News Reporter

Former Castlegar resident and NHL centre, Shawn Horcoff, was traded in a deal that saw the Edmonton Oilers lose a captain and gain defenceman Philip Larsen plus a 7th round selection in the 2016 NHL Draft from the Dallas Stars.

The trade was announced on Friday, July 5. The 34-yearold Horcoff was born in Trail but was raised and went to school in Castlegar.He played in the Castlegar Minor hockey Association from 1983

The biography of Shawn Horcoff is proudly displayed on the Wall of Fame at the Community Complex in Castlegar.

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through 1993 and was part of the winning team at the BCAHA Pee Wee Single A 1991-92 Provincial Championship.

Horcoff also played in the Rocky Mountain Junior Hockey League totalling 154

points in 96 career games. He had an outstanding college hockey career which saw him win five major awards in his final year (2000).

Horcoff has also represented Canada three times in inter-

national competition winning gold and solver in World Championships in 2003 and 2009 respectively.

But it was in the NHL as a member of the Oilers that Horcoff really made it big.

Drafted in the fourth round (99th overall) in 1998, Edmonton was his only NHL home until this year.

In 796 games with Edmonton, he amassed 162 goals, 285 assists and 511 penalty minutes. His leadership on the ice led him to wearing the “C” starting in October of 2010.

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Oakley joins Selkirk following an outstanding threeyear career in the Pacific Junior Hockey League with the Richmond Sockeyes and Abbotsford Pilots. The 20-year-old

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Oakley appeared at back-to-back Cyclone Taylor Cups in 2011 and 2012 with the Sockeyes and Pilots, respectively, and went on to win the Keystone Cup with Abbotsford.

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For the 12th year, about 90 children are having a ball at the Kinnaird Park Community Church while participating in the High Power Soccer Camp, running until July 14.

With two hours outdoors and one hour indoors from 9 a.m. to noon and Sunday 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. the kids are getting lessons in soccer and faith.

The theme of this years camp is “Roller Coasters” and though the kids were enjoying the field’s sprinklers, you can bet they will have a lot more fun when the more than 30-metre long Slip n’ Slide is rolled out.

Also on the agenda are multimedia presentations, a live band, and Bible teachings in addition to the soccer games and drills.

Other events include a barbecue, an area called The Zone, and a final soccer game.

Volunteer Marilyn York said she was but one of the 70 – 80 volunteers who cook, clean and help run the event. She is also “The

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About 90 children ages 5 to 11 took the field at Kinnaird Park Community Church for the High Power Soccer Camp on July 9. The camp has close to 100 participants and runs through Sunday, July 14.

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Versinator.”

“The ‘Versinator’ is the person who teaches the children bible verses,” said York. “When I’m the Versinator, there are two little characters behind me who are all dressed up and they erase words from the verse so that children have to learn the verse without the words [displayed].”

“This is the first time I’ve actually been the coordinator but I’ve been a coach for about eight years,” said Katrina Leffelaar.

“It’s cool because a lot of the past campers are now assistant coaches.”

Leffelaar was working with director Matt Fontes to ensure things ran smoothly.

“It’s cool because a lot of the past campers are now asistant coaches.”

Katrina Leffelaar, co-ordinator All the children receive a t-shirt, water bottle, soccer ball, backpack and team photographs.

Snacks were provided for the kids through the help of

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Organizers would like to thank the following sponsors for their support: Coleman Excavating, Safeway, 7-11, Shoppers Drug Mart, Kootenay Market, Kootenay Valley Water & Spa, EZ Rock, CIBC, City of Castlegar Public Works and the Castlegar RCMP. More information about Kinnaird Park Community Church can be found on the internet at www.kinnairdpark.com. They are at 1250 26th Street in Castlegar.

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Tania was born in Winnipeg on September 30, 1951 to Paul and Merry (nee Zeibin) Kelpin of Castlegar.

She grew up in several communities in the NWT, graduated from McNally High in Edmonton, and lived in Winnipeg, Haines and Yellowknife. She married Dave in 1982, and moved to Thrums with her family in 1990.

She worked at Extra Foods in Castlegar. In 2002 Tania suffered a car accident that impaired her mobility, but never her spirit.

Flatiron is one of North America’s fastest growing heavy civil infrastructure contractors, with landmark projects across Canada. We have established ourselves as a builder and employer of choice.

Offering Competitive Compensation!

Tania’s first priority was her family. She was a fiercely protective and loving mother, with an extraordinary memory for details of her children’s lives. Her passion for life shows in the beautiful home she kept for her family, her pets, garden, flowers, amazing skill at Scrabble and Sudoku, time with her parents, and network of friends in the community and across the country. Tania touched the hearts of everyone fortunate enough to know her.

She was an active member of the West Kootenay Brain Injury Association.

Flatiron has been named Heavy Civil Contractor of the Year in Alberta and has been recognized as a 2012 Best Workplace in Canada.

Please apply by sending your resume to Trevor Argue targue@flatironcorp.com or fax (1)780-454-8970 Please indicate in your email which field you are applying for. www.flatironcorp.com

Tania is survived by her parents, loving husband Dave, son Dana (Jessica), granddaughter Piper, who sadly she never met, daughter Moriah, and brother Brault (Vangie).

Drivers/Courier/ Trucking

Tania’s family is hosting a celebration of her life at their home in Thrums at 11:00am on Saturday, August 3, 2013.

HIGHWAY OWNER OPERATORS $3500 SIGNING BONUS Van Kam’s Group of Companies requires Highway Owner Operators for runs throughout BC and Alberta.

Applicants must have winter and mountain, driving exp. / training.

We offer above average rates and an excellent employee benefits package.

To join our team of Professional drivers, email a resume, current driver’s abstract & details of truck to: careers@vankam.com or call Bev at 604-968-5488 or Fax: 604-587-9889 Van-Kam is committed to Employment Equity and Environmental Responsibility.

We thank everyone for applying, however we will only contact candidates that interest us.

The interment service for

SALLEY CHRISTINE BIRD will be held at the Kinnaird Park Cemetery 14th Ave, Castlegar, BC at 11:00 am on Monday, July 15, 2013 Refreshments will follow at the Kinnaird Church of God, 2404 Columbia Ave

All are welcome

Molly Soukeroff May 5, 1936 – June 17, 2013 It is with sad and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Molly Soukeroff. On June 17, 2013, she passed away at Kootenay Lake Hospital.

Molly was born on May 5, 1936 to Mike and Nada Shkuratoff of Winlaw. She was the youngest of her siblings.

She enjoyed fishing, camping, mushroom and huckleberry picking and doing her word search.

Molly was an advent gardener and cook. She loved spending time with all her family and friends.

As a young teenager she spent time working in the Okanagan packing houses and Canneries. Her first office job came in 1992 with the Nelson & District Credit Union as a Statement Clerk. After raising her 6 children and watching her grandchildren grow, she enjoyed going to work. She retired in 2001.

We will forever miss her warm hugs and kisses.

Left to mourn is her loving husband, Pete of 58 years of marriage. Daughter, Nadine (Andy) Evin. Sons, Craig (Sandra) Soukeroff, and Dale (Tracy) Soukeroff.

Daughter-in-law, Gail Soukeroff. Brothers, Mike (Dorothy) Shkuratoff and Alec (Frances) Shkuratoff.

12 Grandchildren, and 4 Great Grandchildren, many nieces, nephews, cousins, relatives and friends.

Molly was predeceased by her parents, Mike and Nada Shkuratoff, son Eli Soukeroff, and daughters, Eleanor and Sandra Soukeroff. The families would like to thank Dr. Barbar, Dr. Malpass and the Kootenay Lake Hospital staff for their compassionate care.

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Thank you to all who sent flowers, cards, food and kind words of sympathy and prayers.

Many thanks to Leonard Markin for officiating the service and Bill Strilaeff for his guidance and compassion.

Thank you to all the cooks, servers, singers and gravediggers. A traditional Doukhobor service was held at Winlaw Community Hall on June 24, 2013 with Interment at Perry’s Siding Cemetery.

Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Castlegar Funeral Chapel.

Castlegar News Thursday, July 11, 2013

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Immediate opening for an outside Account Executive in the Petroleum Industry Kootenay Based Previous experience an asset Company Vehicle and Benefits Some Travel Required Only potential individuals will be contacted Please send resumes to: r.pynn@coolcreek.ca Full Times Sales Representative. Andre’s Electronic Experts in Castlegar is looking to grow their sales force. Looking for individuals with sales experience and knowledge of cellular/ electronic and appliances. Full time salary/commission with potential wage to be $40,000 - $75,000 plus benefits. Drop off resumes to 200 - 1965 Columbia Ave Castlegar. or email jim.d@andres1.com MAINTENANCE/LOADER OPERATOR NEEDED This is a fulltime, permanent position starting immediately at our plant in Princeton, BC. Minimum of 10 years maintenance experience required on a variety of production and mobile equipment.

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DOLLAR Tree Canada is coming to Castlegar!! We are looking for responsible individuals to begin with store set up starting July 19th and continuing on as cashiers and assistant store managers after store opening. If you are interested in joining the team at an exciting new retailer in Castlegar, Dollar Tree may be for you. Please submit resume to jmahar@dollartree.com or fax to 403-253-6686.

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The ideal candidate will possess excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills. Must have strong leadership skills, and have the ability to work effectively in a highly interactive and energetic team environment. The ability to function under pressure and be detailed and results oriented is also required.

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Beautiful Christina Lake B.C. private lakefront cabin for rent and/or partial ownership sale.

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BC HOUSING is accepting applications for family rental units in Castlegar. Tenants pay no more then 30% of their gross monthly income for rent.

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Castlegar DT 1 Bdrm $650/mth utilities included N/S, N/P, Avail Aug 1st 2 Bdrm, $800/mth utilities included 250-608-3930

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Preserve your eyesight

90 caps NPN 80036708

formula that helps delay the onset of age-related macular degeneration - the #1 cause of blindness in Canada.

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Supports your child’s brain development Health First® kids’-first Omega are

Health First® Vision Supreme is an antioxidant

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orange-flavoured chewable gelcaps rich in omega-3 DHA for cognitive functioning and eye development in children.

120 + 60 FREE chewable gelcaps NPN 80003875

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Nourishing people & planet Natural and effective Waist Away Green Coffee Bean

provides the recommended purity and potency of Chlorogenic Acid. It also provides antioxidants for the maintenance of good health.

Easy to take omega 3

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399 Kids will love them!

Tofurky® Hot Dogs are 100% Vegan and crafted with organic, Non-GMO ingredients.

The first meatless hot dog based with organic tofu.

A summer favourite!

It’s salad season!

Omega Nutrition Organic Apple Cider Vinegar is a delicious and nutritious addition to your summer salad dressing.

ON SALE

946 ml each

2/$4 Chips with benefits!

Enjoy the sunrise.

have a unique recipe creating a protein-packed, crunchy experience, bursting with flavour.

with a variety of crunchy textures. Organic flakes, puffs and crispies blend for a genuinely tasty breakfast.

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Udi’s™ Classic Hot Dog Buns

Clif® & Luna® Energy Bars are a great way to sustain your adventure. Protein packed for your next big tour, grab a bar and get on the trail!

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1498 2198 sunscreen 103ml NPN 80024974

GREAT VALUE

spray 236ml NPN 80028719

Most biologically available B12 Natural Factors® B12 (Methyl) is essential for

healthy red blood cell production to maximize oxygen transport in the body and maintain good health.

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Gluten free BBQ Sustain your adventure!

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Nature`s Path™ Gluten Free Boxed Cereals are crafted

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Goddess Garden’s vegan sunscreen with organic ingredients is sheer and easy to apply - perfect for the whole family. Rated by EWG as best sunscreen in 2012 for its effectiveness. made in Colorado.

946 ml

Enjoy Life® Plentils

500 ml NPN 80007217

Chemical-free natural sunscreen

549

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What better way to quench your thirst than with a tall, cold glass of Santa Cruz Organic® Lemonade. Mix & Match your favourites today and SAVE!

balanced EPA + DHA formula for optimal wellness. Easy to taste natural lemon flavour.

Also available in softgels.

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Nutiva® Organic Coconut Oil is a delicious

alternative to butter in any recipe.

Bring the islands to your dish this season with a splash of fresh summer flavour!

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are soft and delicious, a perfect bun for a gluten free BBQ. Also try Classic or Whole Grain Hamburger Buns this summer.

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Zevia® Sodas are a healthy change from the traditional sugar loaded beverages.

Enjoyable taste with no sugar, no aspartame & no calories!

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449 6 x 355 ml

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